Travelers going through airport security checkpoints without a REAL ID or passport will face a $45 fee starting February 1.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is warning travelers to have their Real ID in order for 2026. Otherwise, they could face a hefty fine when flying. On Monday, the TSA announced it will implement a new $45 fee next year for travelers who go through airport security without either an updated Real ID or a valid passport.

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The Transportation Security Administration has announced that U.S. air travelers without a REAL ID or another compliant ID will face a $45 fee starting in February.

The Transportation Security Administration is planning to charge travelers $18 when they don't bring a Real ID or acceptable ID alternative to the airport.

It's why TSA is proposing a rule that would charge travelers that $18 fee at security checkpoints if they don't have a Real ID. The money would fund a biometric identity verification program to speed up the process.

The Transportation Security Administration has proposed the fee at all U.S. airports for travelers without REAL IDs, passports or other approved ID.

The TSA will begin charging travelers without a Real ID $45 to pass through security checkpoints beginning on Feb. 1, 2026.