ID for flying

Which identification TSA accepts at airport security.

Guides

• REAL ID explained: what changed and which ID you need to fly
  What REAL ID is, where it is enforced since May 7, 2025, which other IDs TSA accepts at the checkpoint, and how to tell whether your license is compliant.
  All states · checked Oct 29, 2026

Questions

• Can I use my passport instead of a REAL ID to fly within the US?
• Do children need a REAL ID or other ID to fly within the US?
• Does TSA accept an expired or temporary driver's license?
• What happens at the airport if I don't have a REAL ID or other accepted ID?