TSA Could Hit Some Travelers With a New $45 Fee
Summary
Travelers without a REAL ID or other acceptable identification will have to go through an extra verification process at U.S. airport security checkpoints. This new process, called ConfirmID, started on February 1 and costs $45 to cover the extra resources needed.Key Facts
- The new ConfirmID process began on February 1 and applies to travelers without a REAL ID or other approved ID.
- Travelers using ConfirmID must answer personal questions to verify their identities.
- The $45 fee covers the cost of the additional screening process.
- REAL ID is a federally recognized ID marked with a star, required by the REAL ID Act.
- Travelers can pay the fee online in advance through various payment methods.
- Extra screening is expected to add about 30 minutes to the security process.
- The TSA encourages travelers to get a REAL ID to avoid delays and fees.
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