TSA’s One Stop Security Launch Signals a New Era for U.S. Travel

U.S. Travel President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement on the announcement that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has begun implementing the One Stop Security (OSS) program for certain international inbound flights from London Heathrow Airport:

“One Stop Security is a smart, long-overdue step toward modernizing the travel experience, eliminating redundant screening, cutting connection times and unlocking more international air service. Paired with stronger airport staffing, long-awaited air traffic control upgrades and the end of the shoe removal rule, this is real progress toward a world-class travel system just in time for America 250, the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympics. But this momentum is undercut by the proposed $250 visitor visa fee—a move that sends the wrong message to travelers and undermines our global competitiveness.” 

U.S. Travel has long advocated for the implementation and expansion of OSS to ensure passengers traveling from select international airports complete the security screening process only once, eliminating duplicative screenings and creating a more seamless travel experience.

Earlier this year, the Commission on Seamless and Secure Travel, convened by U.S. Travel, called for a long-term reauthorization of the OSS pilot and urged TSA to establish at least five formal international agreements within five years to accelerate secure, efficient inbound travel.