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When can I use a passport? When can I use a driver’s license?

The form of identification you need will vary depending on where you're arriving from or traveling to:

  • If you're coming from an international destination to the U.S.: You'll need a passport
  • If you're arriving domestically from within the U.S.: Passports as well as other forms of ID are accepted. There is a variety of accepted forms of ID. TSA's website shows all the forms of identification that are accepted. IDs for screening generally need to be government-issued with a photo to help confirm your identity.