TWIC Question

You're fine. If you don't plan on being a merchant marine then you answered correctly. I don't know why they would even ask you that. I wasn't asked that when I got my TWIC.

 

If you are already a merchant marine the approval process is streamlined. Has nothing to do with if you plan on being one in the future.

 

That must be a new question. I wasn't asked either.I have the (OS) Ordinary Seaman's document, but got it before TWIC was started.

 

It is relatively new. Like I stated just a way to try and speed up the process (it's taking up to 6 weeks for TWIC approval now)

 

I just got mine maybe 2-3 weeks ago and they asked that question. On the six week thing...if you did the pre-registration online (plug in all of your personal information ahead of your appointment or walk in)...it speeds up the process. I had my TWIC in the mail in about two weeks.

 

I just set up an appointment and did the pre-enrollment online. My appointment could be tomorrow but I will go Friday instead. They do now ask the question about the Merchant Marine now to everybody it appears. Here is more information from the site on the time to get it completed. http://www.tsa.gov/stakeholders/transportation-worker-identification-credential-twic®
TWIC Processing Delays: TSA is aware that some transportation workers are experiencing delays obtaining their TWIC card. TSA recently conducted a major system upgrade, which resulted in some application processing delays. TSA is committed to working diligently to ensure that delays are minimized and that efficient processing of applications and card production is achieved. Applicants should expect TWIC application processing to take approximately 3 weeks, however, applications that require review by a TSA adjudicator may experience an additional 3 to 5 weeks for processing. Applicants are encouraged to enroll at least 6-8 weeks in advance of when your TWIC card is required. If you are experiencing a longer than usual processing time, you may continue to check your application status online here or via the UES Call Center at 1-855-DHS-UES1 (855-347-8371).

 

Same here. Did the on line part about a week later I did a walk in, they told me appt. go first but took me right a way. They did ask me that question and all the one on the on line forum just to make sure I filled it out right.
Little more than a week I got the card and a few days later the PIN/finger card so would say 2 to 3 weeks max from finger print to card(s) in hand for me.
I also did HAZMAT prints at the same time and about the same time of 2 weeks got my letter saying I could take my test.

BTW I said no to that question.
Dave ----