TWIC

The Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC®) is required for workers who need unescorted access to secure areas of maritime facilities and vessels.

Plan ahead: The application process can take up to 75 days. Applications that require additional review may take another 3–5 weeks.

TSA enrollment is different from our Illinois fingerprinting.

  • TSA PreCheck®, TWIC and HAZMAT enrollment is available only at our Effingham office (302 E. Jefferson Ave.). Our other 40+ fingerprint locations cannot process TSA enrollments.
  • Don't use the BBS fingerprint scheduler for TSA services. Book through the TSA enrollment website, or simply walk in.
  • TSA fees, payment and required documents are set by the TSA and are different from Illinois fingerprinting fees.

How to Enroll

  1. Book online (optional). Schedule an appointment at tsaenrollmentbyidemia.tsa.dhs.gov. Appointments aren't required – walk-ins are welcome.
  2. Bring your documents. Review the TSA's list of acceptable enrollment documents.
  3. Visit our Effingham office. We'll capture your fingerprints, photo and documents.

Most commonly used documents – bring 2 of these 3:

  • Unexpired driver's license
  • Unexpired passport (or one that expired within the last 12 months)
  • Certified copy of birth certificate

Visit Us

Location302 E. Jefferson Ave.
Effingham, IL 62401
Hours8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Price$127.00

Accepted Forms of Payment

  • Company check (exact amount, payable to IDEMIA)
  • Money order (exact amount, payable to IDEMIA)
  • Credit or debit card