Badging/TSA Office

Badging Office Application Guidelines

Persons seeking access into restricted areas of the Port or working construction on Port sponsored projects must possess a Port issued badge (Port Badge, Contractor, or Visitor Badge).  These credentials are issued through the Canaveral Port Authority’s Badging Office. 

Persons working within the Port’s Cargo Areas require the following for entry to the Cargo Areas:

  • Visitors are required to be pre-authorized by a tenant or CPA representative prior to arrival.  Individuals approved for access may then pick-up their temporary access badges at the designated North or South Intermodal Gate.
  • Individuals with their Port Badge must present it at the gate along with their Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) for unescorted access. Those without a TWIC must have an escort present for entry and with them at all times within the secure area. 

Cruise Terminals

Active cruise terminal access is controlled by the security contractor on-site, and access requests must go through the appropriate security agency. 

Construction Areas

Individuals working within construction areas on Port sponsored projects must have a Contractor’s Badge issued through the Badging Office. 

OFFICE HOURS

7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays.
(CLOSED 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
Closed weekends and holidays.
Applicants will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

OFFICE LOCATION

Badging Office, 660 Magellan Road, Cape Canaveral, FL, 32920
Phone:  321-735-6810; e-mail: portbadging@bcso.us

PORT BADGE APPLICATION ENROLLMENT PROCEDURES (Badge Credential Application)

  • Applicants are to complete a Canaveral Badge Application (sections I-III).  Click on the following link to access the interactive application.
  • Have the tenant or CPA sponsor sign and complete the “Sponsor” section (section IV) of the application.
  • Applicants for a Port Badge must complete either the 105.210 training (security) or 105.215 for non-security personnel.  The training may be done by enrolling in a CPA-sponsored class (click here) or through an on-line or through an on-line link (https://canaveral.port.training/) called Port Training. Once an applicant completes the required training recertification is not required thereafter.”
  • Bring the original application to the Badging office with payment of the applicable fee. 
  • TWIC card holders:  None
  • Non-TWIC holders:  $25.00 
  • Lost/Transfer:          $25.00
  • PAYMENT may be by either Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, cashier's check, or money order.  Checks and money orders are to be made payable to the Canaveral Port Authority.
  • The badge will be issued upon receipt of a complete application, payment of appropriate fees, and receipt of a copy of the training transcript or certificate.

TSA PRE-CHECK BADGES

Port Canaveral Badging Office offers TSA Pre-Check Authorization, which allows passengers to more quickly process through airport security while avoiding the need to remove their shoes, belts, light jackets, laptops, and liquids.

The TSA Pre-Check program allows trusted travelers to go through an accelerated security screening process when departing from participating U.S. airports. More than 160 airports and 16 airlines allow TSA pre-approved members to clear airport security checkpoints efficiently and hassle free. For more information or to make an appointment, visit: https://universalenroll.dhs.gov

TWIC BADGES

Individuals who need unescorted access and those who require frequent access to the secure areas of the Port in the course of their employment must obtain a TWIC badge. 
 
All new TWIC badge applicants must be processed in person at the TWIC office.  New TWIC badges may also be processed by walk in, however appointments are highly recommended to avoid the possibility of excessive wait times.  To make an appointment for a new TWIC badge please contact Universal Enrollment Call Center at (855) 347-8371; or you can pre-enroll and make an appointment by going to the Universal Enrollment Webpage at https://universalenroll.dhs.gov/.

Please make sure you have all your required enrollment documents when coming to the TWIC office.  A complete listing and additional information on the TWIC badge may be found at the following website:
http://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic
 
Payment may be made by company check, money order, or credit card (Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover).  No personal checks or cash are accepted.

MERCHANT MARINERS CREDENTIALS

Merchant Mariners Credentials are not issued through the Canaveral Badging Office.  To apply for your merchant mariners credential click on the following link to the USCG National Mariners Center at http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp.