Are there Chase credit cards that reimburse for TSA PreCheck?
Quick insights
- Some Chase credit cards reimburse for TSA PreCheck® application fees.
- The reimbursement is a statement credit that can be used every 4 years.
- Cardmembers need to use their card to pay the application fee in order to get the statement credit.
Many travelers enjoy TSA PreCheck® and its benefits every day. The program may make airport security screenings faster and more convenient. TSA Precheck members can access designated lanes that may be shorter than normal security lines. Members don't have to remove shoes, belts or light jackets for the screening. Larger electronics and 3-1-1 liquids can also stay in cases or carry-on bags when using TSA PreCheck lanes.
Can I use my Chase credit card to get reimbursed for TSA PreCheck?
Some credit cards from Chase offer a statement credit as reimbursement for application fees for Global Entry, NEXUS and TSA PreCheck.
Chase cards that offer reimbursement for TSA PreCheck and other TTPs typically have annual fees. Many are also travel credit cards that include some co-branded airline credit cards and hotel credit cards.
How to get reimbursed for TSA PreCheck
If you have a Chase card that reimburses for TSA PreCheck, you aren't automatically enrolled in the program. To be eligible for the statement credit, you have to apply for TSA PreCheck and pay the application fee with your card. The statement credit will be posted to your account after the TSA PreCheck application fee is charged. To receive the statement credit, cardmembers need to use their card to pay the associated application fee.
If you are a cardmember of an eligible credit card, you can receive one statement credit every four years as reimbursement for the application fee charged to your card. TSA PreCheck membership lasts five years. If you're interested in renewing your membership, you may need to apply for renewal before your membership expires.
Chase cards that offer reimbursement for TSA Precheck
There are a few Chase credit cards that reimburse cardmembers for the TSA PreCheck application fee, including the Chase Sapphire Reserve credit card and several consumer and business credit cards that are co-branded with airlines or hotel chains.
See Chase’s website for travel credit cards that offer reimbursement for TSA PreCheck.
In conclusion
Several Chase credit cards offer a statement credit every four years as reimbursement for the TSA PreCheck application fee or other eligible travel programs. The statement credit benefit is also applicable for a Global Entry or NEXUSOpens overlay application fee. If you have one of these cards, be sure to use it to pay the TSA PreCheck application fee. After it's charged to the card, you'll receive a statement credit on your account.
