Resumen del cargo
This is a legitimate charge from TSA PreCheck.
What is the TSA PreCheck charge?
A charge for TSA PreCheck is the application or renewal fee for the US government's trusted traveler security program.
The membership lasts for five years and costs approximately $78 to $85.
Authorized Enrollment Providers
You will rarely see 'TSA' on your statement. Instead, you will see the name of the authorized corporate contractor that processed your application.
The charge usually appears as 'TSA Enrollment by Idemia', 'TSA PreCheck by Telos', or 'CLEAR TSA PreCheck'.
- Step 1 Check if you or a family member recently went to an airport or enrollment center to apply for or renew PreCheck.
- Step 2 If you have a premium travel credit card, wait a few days; many cards automatically issue a statement credit to reimburse this specific fee.
Can I use a third-party website to apply for TSA PreCheck?
Avoid third-party 'expediter' websites. They charge massive markups for doing nothing. Only apply through the official tsa.gov links to IDEMIA, Telos, or CLEAR.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
If you suspect this charge is fraudulent or billing in error, you have strict federal rights protecting your account.
Always review your statement carefully and take action within 60 days.
What should I do if I don't recognize this charge?
First, check with family members or anyone authorized on your account. If the charge remains unrecognized, contact your bank immediately to report it. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA), you have 60 days from the statement date to dispute unauthorized credit card charges.
How long does it take for a disputed charge to be removed?
Once you file a dispute, your bank must acknowledge it within 30 days and resolve it within two billing cycles (not exceeding 90 days). During this time, the disputed amount is usually placed on a provisional hold, meaning you do not have to pay it.
As práticas de cobrança podem variar. Confirme sempre no extrato antes de contestar.
Fuentes verificadas
- CFPB: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://www.consumerfinance.gov
- FTC: Fair Credit Billing Act https://consumer.ftc.gov