New ConfirmID fee for flyers without Real ID or valid identification

Those traveling by air will soon see changes to the Real ID guidelines, which could result in an extra fee for those who do ...

It’ll cost you $45 to fly without a Real ID starting in February

Starting next month, travelers who want to board a domestic flight without a Real ID will have to pay $45 to have their ...

Chicago Real ID Loop supercenter open for extended hours before $45 TSA fee kicks in Sunday

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is urging residents to get their Real IDs as soon as possible before TSA starts ...

Passengers without Real ID soon have to pay fee before flying

Starting Sunday, travelers without a Real ID or Real ID-compliant document like a passport will be required to pay a $45 fee ...
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TSA Introduces $45 Identity Verification Option for Travelers Without REAL ID

Beginning February 1, 2026, TSA will allow travelers without a REAL ID to fly using a new $45 identity verification option.

No REAL ID at the airport? You’ll need to pay $45 starting next month.

The TSA is rolling out a new fee for domestic travelers at Newark and other airports who show up without proper identification, and you can't pay at the checkpoint.

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 ...