Cleared to Roam

A New Safety Standard for Solo Travel

Safety is the number one barrier to solo travel.

Cleared to Roam™ is Roamate’s answer to a problem the travel industry has ignored for too long: solo travelers are expected to navigate safety alone, using tools that were never designed for shared travel.

Cleared to Roam™ is an optional criminal background‑check status that goes beyond basic identity verification to help solo travelers make more informed decisions about who they travel with.

Why Cleared to Roam™ is different

Most travel apps, social platforms, and networks stop at identity verification. They confirm that a person is real.

Cleared to Roam™ goes further — creating a higher standard for shared travel contexts, where trust matters more and risk carries greater consequences.

  • Criminal records, where available
  • Global watchlists
  • Sex offender registries, where available
  • Other applicable databases

Coverage applies to residents of 230+ countries and territories, subject to local data availability and regulations.

Why this matters for solo travelers

Solo travelers face a different risk profile than couples or groups. They are more likely to:

  • Travel alone to unfamiliar destinations
  • Share accommodations to reduce costs
  • Meet people they’ve never met in person
  • Rely on judgment calls without external safeguards

Cleared to Roam™ helps shift safety from a personal burden to a shared standard. It doesn’t eliminate risk. It improves decision‑making.

A network you unlock, not just a badge

Cleared to Roam™ isn’t only about being verified. It unlocks access to other Cleared to Roam™ travelers.

Only Roamers who have passed the background check can:

  • See who else is Cleared to Roam™
  • Identify other verified travelers within the app
  • Choose to connect within a verified network

This creates a separate layer of visibility designed specifically for travelers who prioritize safety in shared travel situations.

How Cleared to Roam™ works

  1. 1. Get Cleared to Roam™
    In the app, select Get Cleared to Roam™ and complete your purchase.
  2. 2. Complete the background check
    You’ll receive an email from Roamate’s third‑party global background‑check provider with instructions to complete the process. All checks are handled securely by the provider, not by Roamate.
  3. 3. Processing & review
    Processing times vary by country and jurisdiction. Some checks return quickly, while others require additional time depending on local records and regulations.
  4. 4. Receive your status
    If approved, your Cleared to Roam™ badge appears on your profile and you gain access to the Cleared to Roam™ network for 12 months.

Want estimated timelines by country? See Countries & Processing Times.

Annual renewal

Cleared to Roam™ status is valid for 12 months. Annual renewal helps ensure the network remains current and maintains a consistent safety standard over time. When your status is nearing expiration, you’ll be prompted to renew.

Setting a new standard

For decades, solo travelers have been told to “be careful” without being given better tools. Cleared to Roam™ sets a new expectation for what safety can look like in shared travel environments.

Not perfect. But better — and built for the realities of solo travel.

Get Cleared to Roam™

If safety matters to how you travel, Cleared to Roam™ is built for you. Unlock access to a verified traveler network and travel with greater confidence.