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At what age do TSA standard screening procedures apply to children?

13 and older.

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  1. 13 and older ✔
  2. 10 and older
  3. 16 and older

Why: Teens 13 and older get standard screening. Younger children get modified procedures, and officers talk to the parent or guardian.

Huh, didn't know that: TSA says children will not be separated from their parent or guardian during screening.

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Answer: 13 and older. Teens 13 and older get standard screening. Younger children get modified procedures, and officers talk to the parent or guardian.

  1. TSA: Traveling with children www.tsa.gov/travel/special-procedures/traveling-children
    TSA standard screening procedures apply for children 13 years and older.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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