U.S. to Charge $45 Fee to Fliers Without REAL ID Starting February 1

New TSA Rule for Air Travelers Without REAL ID

Starting February 1, travelers in the United States who do not present a REAL ID-compliant form of identification at airport security checkpoints will be charged a $45 fee.

The new regulation is part of ongoing efforts to enhance national security and enforce compliance with the REAL ID Act, which sets stricter identification standards for air travel and access to federal facilities.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) intends this measure to encourage passengers to obtain compliant identification before the mandatory enforcement date.

“Passengers should take steps now to ensure their ID meets federal requirements before traveling,” officials stated.

Those who fail to show a compliant ID will be subject to the fee at security checkpoints to proceed with screening.


Author’s summary:
Beginning February 1, U.S. travelers lacking REAL ID will need to pay a $45 TSA fee to clear airport security under new federal compliance rules.

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The Wall Street Journal The Wall Street Journal — 2025-12-01

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