Once enforcement is in effect, travelers age 18 and older flying commercially in the US will need to have a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or other state photo identity card, which should be marked by a star on the top of the card. Passports and other forms of approved identification will still be accepted.
Q. What ID do I 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. Review the complete list of acceptable identification.
Table of Contents
- Q. What ID do I need to fly within the US?
- Q. Do I need a passport to fly domestic in US 2021?
- Q. Do I need a passport to fly within the US?
- Q. What documents are required for domestic flights?
- Q. Can you fly with a paper ID?
- Q. Can I fly Southwest without an ID?
- Q. What forms of ID do you need to fly Southwest?
- Q. What are 2 forms of identification?
Q. Do I need a passport to fly domestic in US 2021?
According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), all adult passengers (18 and above) must show valid identification at the airport to travel. So, it doesn’t necessarily need to be your passport, meaning you can fly domestically in the U.S. in 2021 without a valid passport for travel.
Q. Do I need a passport to fly within the US?
Travel Within the U.S. In the United States, you need a valid U.S. government-issued photo ID or a passport from your country of origin to travel through security. You must show that the name on your boarding pass matches the legal name on your unexpired government-issued ID.
Q. What documents are required for domestic flights?
Documents to Carry
- Valid Passport,
- PAN card issued by the Income Tax department,
- Election Photo Identification Card,
- Valid Driving License,
- Photo identity card issued by the employer, being government and reputed private sector organizations,
- Photo Credit Card,
Q. Can you fly with a paper ID?
Can I fly with a temporary ID? Unfortunately, a temporary ID — like a temporary driver’s license — is not considered an acceptable form of ID by TSA.
Q. Can I fly Southwest without an ID?
It is possible to fly if you’ve forgotten or lost your identification, but you will subject to extra screening at the security checkpoint. If you’re cleared, you’ll be able to board your Southwest flight.
Q. What forms of ID do you need to fly Southwest?
All passengers 18 years of age and older must show a state or federally-issued photo identification to pass through security checkpoints. Acceptable forms of ID include a passport, driver’s license, military ID or permanent resident card.
Q. What are 2 forms of identification?
Acceptable Documents for Identity Verification
- State identification (ID) card.
- Driver license.
- US passport or passport card.
- US military card (front and back)
- Military dependent’s ID card (front and back)
- Permanent Resident Card.
- Certificate of Citizenship.
- Certificate of Naturalization.
