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.

No Real-ID, No Problem: TSA Will Confirm Your Identity—For A Price

The Transportation Security Administration will launch a new identity-verification service called TSA ConfirmID on Feb. 1.
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TSA to charge $45 to verify ID for travelers without REAL ID starting Feb. 1, 2026

Don’t have REAL ID? Starting soon travelers will have to pay $45 for TSA Confirm.ID or present another valid ID; prepay online to speed screening.
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TSA rolling out new ID verification option for travelers without Real ID

The Transportation Security Administration will roll out a new identity verification option for travelers who do not have acceptable identification to fly.

What is TSA ConfirmID? What to know about new Real ID program

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration plans to introduce a Real ID verification service in February for those without one. See details.

REAL ID vs passport. Answers to questions, and explaining ConfirmID

Starting Feb. 1, passengers without an acceptable form of ID can verify their ID using TSA ConfirmID. It'll cost $45.
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