U.S. air travelers without REAL IDs will be charged a $45 fee

"Beginning Feb. 1, travelers 18 and older flying domestically without a REAL ID and who don't have another accepted form of ID on them, such as a passport, will pay the non-refundable fee to verify their identity through TSA's alternative "Confirm.ID" system. TSA officials said that paying the fee does not guarantee verification, and travelers whose identities cannot be verified may be turned away. If approved, however, the verification covers a 10-day travel period."

"The TSA initially proposed an $18 charge for passengers without a REAL ID, but officials said Monday they raised it after realizing the alternative identification program would cost more than anticipated. Other acceptable forms of ID include military IDs, permanent resident cards and photo IDs from federally recognized tribal nations. TSA also accepts digital IDs through platforms such as Apple Wallet, Googl"

The Transportation Security Administration will charge a $45 nonrefundable fee beginning Feb. 1 for domestic travelers 18 and older who lack a REAL ID and have no other accepted identification. The fee pays for identity verification through TSA's Confirm.ID system and can be paid online before arrival or at the airport prior to entering the security line. Paying the fee does not guarantee verification, and travelers who cannot be verified may be denied boarding; approved verifications cover a 10-day travel period. The Department of Homeland Security reports 94% passenger compliance. REAL ID requires extra documentation at motor vehicle agencies and is marked by a white star in a yellow circle. Acceptable alternatives include passports, military IDs, permanent resident cards, federally recognized tribal photo IDs, and certain digital IDs.

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