While the REAL ID requirement has been officially in place for more than six months, TSA is starting to crack down on travelers who are still traveling without an acceptable form of ID. Starting February 1st, 2026, if you are flying without an acceptable form of ID, such as a passport or REAL ID, you can pay a $45 fee to use TSA ConfirmID. With TSA ConfirmID, TSA will attempt to verify your...
