07-05-2025
Flying without REAL ID will require alternate forms of identification
NEW YORK (PIX11) — REAL ID enforcement is finally in effect at airports nationwide, decades after the original legislation was passed but what can you do if you need to travel but didn't get a REAL ID in time?
Travelers who aren't REAL ID ready can still fly but should be prepared for extra security, according to the head of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.
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Residents can use an alternate form of identification to board domestic flights such as a passport. However in the event that residents still don't have one, below is a list of other compliant means of identification that TSA will accept.
Other acceptable forms of ID for domestic flights
Foreign government-issued passport
Veteran Health Identification Card
DHS trusted traveler cards
Department of Defense ID (including those issued to dependents)
Permanent resident card
Border crossing card
Acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe, including Enhanced Tribal Cards
HSPD-12 PIV cards
Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada card
Transportation worker identification credential
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential
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