If you want to apply for a new TWIC card, there is no special procedure for renewing one.TWIC cards are good for five years and new applicants and current holders need to fill out the same online applications, make appointments, and bring documents to verify their identity.The procedures for obtaining a TWIC card are straightforward.The process should be easy for any eligible applicants.
Step 1: Go to the website.
TWIC is a special form of ID needed to work in US ports, military installations, and offshore facilities.You need to fill out an application in order to get a TWIC card.You can fill out the application online or in person.To get to the nearest application facility or to fill out the online application, you will need to go to www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
Step 2: Make sure you're eligible.
Most people will be able to get a TWIC, but they will need to pass a background check.Most of the disqualifying criminal offenses are unusual.Drug dealing, extortion, fraud, and racketeering are some of the most common disqualifying crimes.The complete list of disqualifying factors can be found at www.tsa.gov/disfactors.
Step 3: The application needs to be filled out.
In about ten minutes, you can fill out the application online.Basic personal information, citizenship status, and why you are applying for a TWIC are some of the things you will need to know.In order to prove your identity, you will need to produce documents.The online application can be found at the universalenroll.dhs.gov.
Step 4: You can schedule an appointment.
To prove your identity, you can schedule an appointment at any of the application facilities.You don't have to schedule an appointment if you find a listing of application centers.You can walk in, but those with appointments get priority.
Step 5: You need to gather your documents.
To prove your identity, you will need to gather some documents.It shouldn't take you too long to get them together, they are all standard identification documents.All you need is a passport, enhanced driver's license, or green card.You will need more than one document, like a birth certificate and a driver's license, if you don't.You can see a complete list of acceptable documents here, and you can get a personalized list just for you at https://universalenroll.dhs.
Step 6: To pay the fee, go to your appointment.
If you show up early, your money will be ready to pay the application fee.The fee is going to be $128.It will be $105 for applicants with a hazmat endorsement who already have a Commercial Driver's License.The fee can be paid with a credit card, money order, certified check or a company check.
Step 7: Pick up your card at an application center or mail it to you.
The card can be mailed or picked up in person.You can check the status of your application at any time at the universalenroll.dhs.gov.It can take up to 60 days for an application to be approved, so don't be surprised if it takes a while.
Step 8: Make sure you're still eligible.
If you have plead no contest or been found guilty of disqualifying criminal offenses since you last applied for a TWIC card, you may no longer be eligible.If you've been found not guilty by reason of insanity, you will be disqualified.You may no longer be eligible if you are indicted for any of the listed offenses.The full list of disqualifying offenses can be found at www.tsa.gov/disqualifying-offenses.
Step 9: The replacement card fee is paid.
The fee for a replacement card is less than the cost of a new card, but you have to visit the application center to pay the fee.
Step 10: Pick up your replacement card at an application center or mail it to your home.
You can either mail the card or pick it up yourself.While you wait for the new card, you can check the status of your application at www.universalenroll.dhs.gov.