Passengers who arrive at Airport Security Checkpoints without a Valid Government-issued ID could face an $18 Fee under New Trump (R) Administration Plans.
A New Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Rule aims to Offset the Costs of New Biometric Verification systems, as part of the National Transition to Stricter ID Standards. A TSA Spokesperson said: “This notice serves as a next step in the process in REAL ID compliance, which was Signed into Law more than 20 years ago and finally Implemented by Secretary Noem (R) as of May 2025.
“TSA is working with stakeholders and partners to ensure both security and efficiency at our checkpoints. Additional guidance will be announced in the coming days.” The Fee would affect Domestic Travelers in the U.S. and signals a broader move toward Enhanced Security Measures at U.S. Airports, with Significant Implications for Travel Efficiency, Privacy, and Regulatory Policy.
Although the Proposed Rule’s Rollout Date has Not been Confirmed, it has Prompted concerns about potential Delays, especially as Peak Holiday Season approaches. According to the Official Federal Register Notice, Travelers passing through Airport Security without a REAL ID, Passport, or Alternative approved Identification will Face the $18 Non-Refundable Fee at TSA Checkpoints.
The Rule came into Effect on Thursday, with Collection Starting after TSA Announces the Program’s Availability, according to the Notice in the Federal Register. The Fee will Support the Roll-Out of a Biometric Verification Program meant to Speed Up and Modernize the Identity Confirmation Process.
Upon Paying the $18 Charge, Passengers would be able to Access TSA Checkpoints for up to 10 days after Payment, Replacing more Time-Intensive, Manual Identity Screenings.
Under New Federal Rules, Effective since May 2025, Travelers are Required to Present a Government issued: Driver’s License REAL ID, State Real ID, Compliant , Learner’s Permit, or Passport, to board Domestic Flights. These Requirements stem from the 2005 REAL ID Act, which was brought in after Recommendations from the 9/11 Commission, but has seen Multiple Delays in Enforcement, most recently due to Pandemic-Driven Disruptions.
The Enhanced Security Standards were Designed to make Identity Verification more Reliable and Reduce Threats posed by Fraudulent Documents. The Proposed $18 Fee is now Open to Public Comment, and its Implementation Date has Not yet been Set.
Further Guidance on the Rollout Date and Specifics of Registering for the Alternative Identification Program will be Announced.
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