Transportation Worker Identification Cards (TWIC) in Charleston, SC

In response to the fear of devastation or shipment of dangerous materials through our coastal ports to infect the U.S., the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Department of State (DOS) have implemented identification cards for unescorted access to our secure ports for certain foreign workers.

Currently, U.S. citizens and permanent residents, refugees, and holders of visa categories: A, G, E or L spouse, J-2 spouse or child, K-3/K-4, N, NATO, S family, T, U, V, and family unity can apply for said worker card. Naturally, screening will be very detailed.

Also, B-1 with outer continental shelf visa annotation, B-1/B-2, C-1, D, E-1, E-2, E-3, H1B, H-1B1, L-1, O-1, TN, F-1, M-1, and R-1 temporary visa holders will also potentially be eligible to apply.

All issued cards must be surrendered within 5 days after status expires or employment is terminated.