Q: Do I need an appointment to come to the Badging Office?
A: No.
Q: Do you accept credit cards?
A: All payments are made to the receptionist in the Badging Office. Acceptable forms of payment are check and Visa/MasterCard/Discover. Cash is not accepted.
Q: Do you validate parking?
A: Badging office does not provide parking validations. Check with your employer.
Q: How do I get a badge?
A: The process for getting a badge is outlined under the “How To Apply” section of this page.
Q: How much does a badge cost?
A: Fee information:
- Initial badge: $20
- Renewal: $15
- Fingerprinting: $35
- First replacement: $50
- Second replacement: $100
- Third replacement and subsequent: $150
Q: Will my badge have access right away?
A: Once your company’s Authorized Signatory has signed all the appropriate forms and you have completed all required training, your badge will be activated.
Q: When does my badge expire?
A: There is a date at the bottom of your badge. This is the expiration date. Badges must be renewed at the badging office or returned upon expiration.
Q: Do I only have to take training one time?
A: This is dependent on the type(s) of training required for your job activities.
Q: Can ID badges be mailed to the employee or company?
A: For security reasons, all ID badges must be picked up in person by the original ID badge applicant.
Q: How will I know when my badge is ready?
A: Your company will be notified via e-mail when your background checks are cleared. Badges must be picked up within 30 days of this notification. A valid government issued ID with photo must be presented when you pick up your badge.
Q: I committed a crime, but it wasn’t one that will prevent me from getting a badge. What paperwork do you need from me?
A: All fingerprint results with records will be reviewed by the Airport Security Coordinator’s office. They will determine if your crime was a disqualifying crime and will advise you in writing of the additional requirements (if any).