The Times of India

TSAs $45 fee for travellers without a REAL ID is now in effect: What it means and what IDs are accepted

Starting February 1, 2026, travellers arriving at airport security without proper identification will face a new $45 fee. This fee grants access to TSA ConfirmID, an alternative identity verification process. Passengers are urged to obtain REAL ID compliant identification to avoid this charge and potential delays. This new policy aims to streamline security while ensuring compliance.