What is a valid ID to fly in the US?
You must present an acceptable ID, such as a valid passport, state-issued enhanced driver’s license or U.S. military ID, to fly within the U.S. You will not be allowed to fly if your identity cannot be verified. Review the complete list of acceptable identification.
How does TSA verify identity without ID?
In the event you arrive at the airport without proper ID, because it is lost or at home, you may still be allowed to fly. By providing additional information, TSA has other ways to confirm your identity, like using publicly available databases, so you can reach your flight.
Can I use my NY driver’s license to fly?
— Travelers who want to board an airplane will soon need a star or flag on their New York state driver’s license, indicating that it is a REAL ID-compliant credential or they will need another form of approved identification to board their flight or enter a secure federal facility.
Can you travel in the US with a learner’s permit?
Yes, as long as it is a government-issued photo ID, similar to a driver license. Most States use the same format for driver licenses, learner’s permits, and State IDs, all of which are acceptable. Please note that any non-federal ID must be REAL ID compliant, beginning in October 2020.
What ID do you need to fly within the US?
You must present an acceptable ID, such as a valid passport, state-issued enhanced driver’s license or U.S. military ID, to fly within the U.S. You will not be allowed to fly if your identity cannot be verified.
Who can travel with a learner driver?
Learner drivers must be supervised while driving by someone that has held a full driving licence for a minimum of three years and who is older than 21.
Can you fly in the US without a driver’s license?
You may still fly on US domestic flights, provided that you go through additional identity and security screening at the TSA security checkpoint. So the bottom line is yes, you can fly domestically without a driver’s license, or other government-issued photo ID if either was lost or stolen.
Can I fly in the US with a paper license?
Can I fly with a temporary driver’s license? Unfortunately, even for domestic flights, a temporary driver’s license is not considered an acceptable form of ID by TSA.
Can you fly within the United States without an ID?
Adult passengers 18 and older must show valid identification at the airport checkpoint in order to travel. Beginning May 7, 2025, if you plan to use your state-issued ID or license to fly within the U.S., make sure it is REAL ID compliant.
Can you get on a plane without an ID?
Identification needed for domestic flights
Photographic ID is required on all domestic flights. Children under the age of 16 do not need to show ID on domestic flights (excluding Italy).
What happens if I lose my ID while traveling?
Once the airline representative is satisfied that you are who you say you are, they will issue a boarding pass with a note that you don’t have an ID. Pass through to security and explain the situation to the TSA agents. An agent will likely take you to a second room for additional security screening.
Can you get on a plane with an expired ID?
Once your information is compared and your identity is verified, you will be allowed to continue through the security checkpoint. If you’re traveling with an expired license or passport you may still be able to fly. Acceptable forms of ID cannot be more than 12 months past the identified expiration date.
If your identity cannot be verified then a TSA agent may resort to the Identity Verification Call Center (IVCC).
- Library card.
- Business card.
- Social Security card.
- Student ID.
- Mail.
- Credit cards.
- Photo of an ID.
- Voter registration card.
According to 14 CFR Part 103.1 (FAR 103), you may only fly an aircraft without a license according to the following conditions:
- The aircraft has one seat (no passengers allowed).
- The aircraft may only be flown for recreational or sports purposes (no commercial operations).
Can I get through TSA without an ID?
You will not be allowed to enter the security checkpoint if your identity cannot be confirmed, you choose to not provide proper identification or you decline to cooperate with the identity verification process. TSA recommends that you arrive at least two hours in advance of your flight time.
What can I use instead of an ID at the airport?
All passengers over the age of 18 must present a government-issued form of photo identification at check-in. Acceptable forms of ID are military ID, driver’s license, passport, or passport card at the time of check-in. Yes, you can use your passport to travel domestically.
How can I get a plane ticket without ID?
Building a strong case to fly without an ID
A credit card, a business card with your photo on it, mail or prescription medication with your name and address on the label, voter registration or even a library card can build a stronger argument for you during the identification verification process.
How does TSA confirm your identity?
The officer will insert each photo ID into the CAT unit where the ID is scanned and analyzed. CAT is linked electronically to the Secure Flight database, which confirms travelers’ flight details, ensuring they are ticketed for travel that day.
What can you use instead of an ID to get on a plane?
U.S. passport. U.S. passport card. DHS trusted traveler cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST) U.S. Department of Defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents.
Does TSA need physical ID?
Currently, all passengers must continue to have their physical IDs on hand. If a digital ID cannot be verified at the TSA security checkpoint, a passenger must use an acceptable physical identity document (e.g., driver’s license, passport) to proceed through the identity verification process.
4 Different Ways to Skip the Line at Airports
- TSA PreCheck. TSA PreCheck membership lets you join the shorter PreCheck lines at security.
- Global Entry. Global Entry is the worldwide version of TSA PreCheck.
- CLEAR.
- Mobile Passport.