![]() ![]() The DHS website summarizes that "many factors are considered to determine whether to select someone for secondary screening, but for security reasons they cannot be disclosed." The details are left vague primarily to prevent potentially dangerous individuals from modifying their behavior to evade screening. Langston simply says that "there are so many reasons you might get the SSSS designation" and would neither confirm nor deny any further details of the selection process. The TSA is deliberately vague on the SSSS selection process, which is part of its collection of intentionally "unpredictable security measures" at and around airports and during the travel booking process, as described on the TSA website. Visiting Turkey is a suspected but unconfirmed reason people have been put on the SSSS "Selectee List." (Photo by Clint Henderson/The Points Guy) You'll be given the option to have this process performed in a private screening room. Your screening may be more or less invasive and potentially involve additional steps. (Some travelers have reported getting their feet swabbed as well!) The TSA agent will probably ask you questions about if you packed your bag yourself and others regarding your itinerary, reason for travel and destination information. The enhanced screening also typically involves a full-body pat-down, an additional metal-detecting wand wave and explosive-detecting swabs rubbed on your baggage and at least your hands. The TSA will ask that electronic devices on your person or in your bag be turned on and presented for inspection. ![]() ![]() Your carry-on bag with be thoroughly examined - and we do mean "thoroughly," as every item contained within will likely be handled, removed, inspected, poked and prodded, along with the lining of the bag and exterior pockets. ![]() While the process may vary by airport and security official, a typical SSSS enhanced screening process will involve you being separated from the boarding line or TSA line and directed to an adjacent review table with a member of the TSA staff. (Photo by: Lindsey Nicholson/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) Passengers lined up at a TSA security area in West Palm Beach, Florida. ![]()
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