What Does ‘SSSS’ on Your Boarding Pass Mean? (And How to Stay Calm When You See It)

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Last-minute booking —especially one-way or international flights

Flying from high-risk regions —even if you’re a U.S. citizen

Inconsistent travel patterns —if you rarely fly or visit certain countries

It does not mean you’re banned, blacklisted, or under investigation.

Think of it like a “security lottery”—you just got picked.

Pro Tips If You Have SSSS on Your Boarding Pass

Arrive

90–120 minutes early