IDs for screening generally need to be government-issued with a photo to help confirm your identity. Usually, airlines don't require a form of ID for boarding and just want a boarding pass, but contact your airline to see if they have any specific requirements.
What are acceptable forms of REAL ID?
- Enhanced driver’s license (EDL)
- Enhanced identification card (EID)
- U.S. passport or passport card
- U.S. military ID
- Permanent resident card (Green card)
- Foreign passport
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization card (1-766)
- Federally recognized Tribal-issued photo ID
- Border crossing card
If you have any other questions about screening or REAL ID requirements you can reach out to TSA directly on their website, or on social media @AskTSA on Facebook or Twitter.
