Starting February 1, 2026, travelers will need a Real ID-compliant identification to board domestic flights in the U.S.

(NEXSTAR) – Whether or not your driver’s license or state identification card has one small feature on it could determine whether you’ll be asked to fork over $45 before your flight in 2026. Roughly ...

(NEXSTAR) – If you’re planning to board a plane in the coming weeks and aren’t REAL ID-compliant, you could find yourself forking over a $45 fee soon. Last spring, the national minimum requirement for ...

With over 45 million travelers screened by the Transportation Security Administration this holiday season, many may have learned firsthand what a REAL ID is and isn't. Passed by Congress in 2005 and ...