A TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card is valid for five years from the date it is issued. The expiration date is printed on the front of the card, and it must be renewed before it expires to maintain access to secure maritime facilities and vessels
. Renewal can be done online or in person at an enrollment center, and TSA recommends starting the renewal process at least 60 days before the card expires to avoid any lapse in validity
. After expiration, there is typically a one-year grace period during which renewal is still possible without having to re-enroll as a new applicant. If the card has been expired for more than a year, the holder must complete the full enrollment process again
. In summary:
- TWIC card validity: 5 years from issuance
- Renewal recommended 60 days before expiration
- One-year grace period after expiration for renewal
- Full re-enrollment required if expired over one year
This five-year validity period is consistent across official TSA and maritime security sources
