Source: The Points Guy
Summary
Google Wallet has partnered with TSA PreCheck Touchless ID, allowing eligible travelers to skip long security lines using TSA’s secure facial comparison. The program is available at over 60 airports across the US and can be accessed through Google Wallet. The integration is set to roll out over the next few weeks, just in time for summer travel. TSA PreCheck members can opt-in through Google Wallet, making it easier to use the dedicated Touchless ID lane.
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Google Wallet x TSA PreCheck Touchless ID promises a faster security experience. Eligible travelers can skip normal TSA PreCheck lines and don’t need to show their passport or driver’s license. Instead, TSA takes a photo to confirm identity. The process is straightforward: check-in with a participating airline, add your boarding pass to Google Wallet, and authorize the sharing of your digital ID. Your boarding pass updates with the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID indicator, clearing you for the dedicated lane. Now, you can securely opt-in just once through Google Wallet, and it’s a certified win for passengers.
And, of course, you’ll still need to arrive two hours early to account for the 10 minutes you’ll save.
Author: Evan Null
