Identification Requirements for Domestic Air Travel in the United States
To maintain a high level of security to keep passengers and airport personnel safe, showing proof of your identity, even for domestic travel, has become more important with more rigorous rules in place. It's best to be prepared with the necessary identification necessary so that you are able to board your flight without incident.
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Domestic Travel ID Requirements for Adults
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The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that all American citizens present state- or federally-issued photo identification before boarding a domestic flight. The photo ID must show name, gender, date of birth, an expiration date as well as a tamper-resistant feature, like those found on state-issued drivers licenses or ID cards.
Domestic Travel ID Requirements for Minors
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Minors traveling with adults aren't always required to show a photo ID, but certain airlines might ask for a birth certificate, so bringing some form of ID is always advisable. An easy way to ensure your child will get through security quickly is to have a photo ID card made before travel. Kidstravelcard.com provides photo ID cards that also include emergency contact numbers and parents' names.
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Non-U.S. Citizens Traveling Domestically
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If you aren't a citizen and are already in the country and plan to travel domestically, you will need to show your passport before boarding unless you have permanent resident cards issued directly by the U.S. government.
Acceptable Forms of ID
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Acceptable forms of ID for domestic air travel include: U.S. passport, DHS Trusted Traveler card like NEXUS, U.S. Military ID, border crossing card, state-issued drivers licenses, passport issued by a foreign government, a transportation worker identification credential (TWIC), Native American tribal photo ID card, or a Canadian provincial driver's license or Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) card.
Considerations
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If you don't have a government-issued photo ID, you will need to present two forms of ID. One must be government-issued, such as a Social Security card, and the other should show your name, such as a major credit card. In this case, you will likely be detained in a separate security line by the TSA to verify your identity to their satisfaction.
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