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TSA PreCheck enrollment in Chicago, IL

8 TSA PreCheck enrollment sites in Chicago (3 IDEMIA, 1 Telos, 4 CLEAR), from tsa.gov's list, last checked October 28, 2026. The closest Global Entry center is South Bend Int'l Airport, about 72 miles away.

TSA PreCheck enrollment sites in Chicago

Sorted by distance from the middle of Chicago's sites. Tsa.gov doesn't publish hours, so use each provider's link.

Map of Chicago sites and the nearest Global Entry centers


Interactive map of 10 locations

Pins placed with the U.S. Census Bureau geocoder; 1 address it couldn’t match is listed but not pinned. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Nearest Global Entry / NEXUS / SENTRI centers

Slot snapshots from the CBP scheduler, checked Oct 28, 2026, 3:28 AM UTC. Global Entry ($120) includes TSA PreCheck. Which should you get?

What it costs

Fees as listed on tsa.gov/precheck, checked October 28, 2026. Non-refundable. Renewal prices differ by provider.

How it works

  1. Apply online

    Pre-enroll with one of the three TSA providers (PreCheck), or on ttp.dhs.gov for Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI.

  2. Visit an enrollment site

    A short in-person visit for fingerprints, a photo and an ID check, or a CBP interview for Global Entry.

  3. Use your KTN

    Add your Known Traveler Number (or PASSID) to every airline booking to get PreCheck on your boarding pass.

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FAQ

How many TSA PreCheck enrollment centers are in Chicago?

Tsa.gov lists 8 in Chicago, IL: 3 IDEMIA, 1 Telos, 4 CLEAR.

Which TSA PreCheck provider is cheapest in Chicago?

IDEMIA, at $79.75 for a new 5-year enrollment, per tsa.gov. Fees here: IDEMIA $79.75, Telos $85.00, CLEAR $84.95.

Where is the nearest Global Entry interview to Chicago?

South Bend Int'l Airport, South Bend International Airport, 4501 Progress Drive, South Bend, IN 46628, about 72 miles away in a straight line. You can also finish the interview through Enrollment on Arrival after an international flight.

How long does TSA PreCheck approval take?

TSA says most applicants receive their Known Traveler Number within 3 to 5 days of enrolling, though it can take up to 60 days.

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TSA PreCheck sites: tsa.gov enrollment centers, last checked October 28, 2026 (1,404 sites). Global Entry centers: CBP Trusted Traveler Programs scheduler, last checked October 28, 2026. Fees last checked October 28, 2026. Tsa.gov does not publish hours for individual sites, so use the provider link for hours and booking.