Transportation Security
TSA employs a risk-based strategy to secure U.S. transportation systems, working closely with transportation sector stakeholders, as well as the partners in the law enforcement and intelligence community.
Transportation Security Overview
The Transportation Security Administration was created to strengthen the security of the nation’s transportation systems while ensuring the freedom of movement for people and commerce.
Transportation Security Results
Since the Department's creation, we have worked to secure all modes of transportation, land, air and sea.
Aviation Security
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is working to raise the baseline for aviation security across the globe by implementing enhanced security measures, both seen and unseen, at all last-point-of-departure airports in 105 countries around world. These measures will be implemented in phases, in coordination with our international partners.
Cargo Screening
Securing the global supply chain, while ensuring its smooth functioning, is essential to our national security and economic prosperity.
Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP)
For travelers who have been repeatedly identified for additional screening and who want to file an inquiry to have erroneous information corrected in DHS systems.
Visa Waiver Program
The Visa Waiver Program permits citizens of participating countries to travel to the United States for business or tourism for stays of up to 90 days without a visa.