Mandatory TWIC Compliance Date
November 28, 2008

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TWIC

Transportation Worker Identification Credential

 

What is TWIC?

TWIC was established by Congress in the Maritime Transportation Security Act and the Security and Accountability for Every Port Act to serve as an identification program for all Coast Gaurd credentialed mariners and personnel requiring unescorted access to secure areas within a port. 

Who Needs TWIC?

Anyone who needs unescorted access to secure areas of N.C. State Ports Authority facilities must present a valid TWIC.  This includes all Ports employees, longshoremen, tenants and their employees, truck drivers, delivery drivers, shipping agents and other customer representatives.  The secure areas are inside the gates at both ports. 

When Does TWIC Compliance Begin?

The U.S. Coast Guard and the Transportation Security Administration announced in July that as of November 28, 2008, the TWIC card will be required for access to secure facilities in the Coast Guard's Sector North Carolina.  The N.C. Ports Authority has opted to begin enforcement as of November 1, 2008 in order to minimize problems during the transition.  Anyone who needs to drive through the gate at either Port must present both a Ports Authority badge to swipe on the card readers and a TWIC card to show the gate officers.

What Is the Process for Obtaining a TWIC?

The current processing time for a TWIC card is 60-90 days.  It is important for anyone who needs the credential to enroll as soon as possible.  Pre-enrollment speeds up the process by allowing workers to provide biographic information and to schedule a time to complete the application process in person, eliminating waiting at enrollment centers.  Pre-enroll online at www.tsa.gov/twic

Wilmington TWIC Enrollment Center
Suite 107
5704 Oleander Drive
Wilmington, NC  28403
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Map from Port of Wilmington to TWIC enrollment center

Morehead City TWIC Enrollment Center
311 Atlantic Beach Causeway
Atlantic Beach, NC  28512
Hours of Operation
Tuesday and Wednesday
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Map from Port of Morehead City to TWIC enrollment center

For other TWIC Enrollment center locations and information click here.


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