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Old Jul 29, 2011 | 8:55 pm
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BillForster
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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Originally Posted by Joey94
I will have 2 carry on bags that will be filled with very old coins that is worth about 5k. Can I request a private security screening instead of having to put those bags through the x-ray machine and having the TSA agent opening the bags in front of everybody ?

Thanks
Hi. I am a former TSA screener. I can assure you that you can request a private screening for your coins.

They will insist that you put the bags in the x-ray and then they WILL call a bag check. Coins in large numbers are difficult to see through. At that point ask the TSA officer for a private screening. He HAS to comply. They may ask you the total amount you are carrying. If it is over $10,000 they may take some personal information from you such as you name and flight number.

I hope that helps!
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