What happens once the Customs Access Seal is approved?

• A. Deliver the approval paperwork to the credentialing office where the actual seal is attached to the Airport ID Badge
• B. The applicant receives the approval by mail
• C. The applicant can start work immediately
• D. The seal is issued at the security checkpoint

Answer: (A)

Once the Customs Access Seal is approved, the process moves to the credentialing stage. The approval paperwork is delivered to the credentialing office, where the actual seal is attached to the Airport ID Badge. This step physically pairs the seal with your badge, making it valid for access to restricted areas.

The approval isn’t mailed to you and you can’t start work just on the approval alone. The seal isn’t issued at the security checkpoint either—the credentialing office handles issuance and attachment to the badge, ensuring proper control and tracking of access.