What to know about Real ID requirements as TSA set to enforce new fee

Travelers need to have REAL ID at U.S. airports as TSA prepares to implement a new fee, here's the requirements to get one.

TSA will charge a $45 fee if you fly without REAL ID starting Feb. 1

No Real ID or passport? TSA may charge $45 to verify your identity. Here's more about the new rule and what forms of ID you can use to fly.

Air Travelers Without REAL ID Will Soon Face $45 Fee At Airports

Beginning Feb. 1, domestic air travelers will have to pay $45 to use the TSA ConfirmID tool if they are not compliant with REAL ID, which went into effect in May.
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Real ID requirement kicks in May 7. Here's what you need to know

Real ID is not required to drive, vote or receive state or federal services or benefits. Still, a lot of people may need one. The enhanced cards have been available for years from every U.S. state and territory’s motor vehicle agency. People who haven’t obtained one by May 7 can still apply after that.
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REAL ID requirement goes into effect. Here's what you need to know

The deadline is here for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's federal requirement for REAL ID for domestic flights and entering federal facilities. Starting May 7, 2025, the Real ID Act will be enforced by TSA agents for domestic flights at U.S ...

Don't have a Real ID? You can still travel — but it could soon cost you

A critical Real ID deadline is approaching, and that will mean some travelers without a Real ID will have to pay extra to travel.
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