Travelers without REAL ID will soon pay fee
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The TSA has been working travelers for some time, and in just a few weeks, people who don't present acceptable ID at the airport will be charged a fee. Officials say the fee helps cover the cost of verifying someone's identity.

TSA to end REAL ID grace period; $45 fee starts in February

The TSA is ending its grace period for the REAL ID requirement, and beginning in February, travelers without a compliant ID will be charged a $45 fee and subject to the Confirm.ID verification system, which can cause delays up to 30 minutes.

Flying without REAL ID could soon cost travelers at the airport

The Transportation Security Administration has proposed an alternative ID verification program that comes with an $18 fee for passengers who do not have a Real ID or passport. Travelers we spoke with are split on the proposal.

TSA proposes $18 fee for those without REAL ID
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Flying without a REAL ID or a passport could soon cost U.S. travelers, as TSA proposes an alternative ID verification program for those people. FOX 10's Megan Spector reports.

Sky Harbor travelers mostly prepared with REAL IDs
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The national requirement for REAL IDs for domestic travel kicked in on May 7 but most travelers at Phoenix Sky Harbor were prepared for the change. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has more from the airport.

Will REAL ID be required for other transportation after May 7?

To begin, driving will not be impacted by the new requirement, so road trips are still fair game for anyone without a REAL ID.

REAL ID now required for most to fly within the US

Starting Wednesday, people traveling on a domestic flight and using a state-issued ID to get through security are required to have one that meets federal REAL ID requirements.

REAL ID deadline is hours away
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If you haven't heard by now, the REAL ID deadline is May 7, which is just hours away. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the latest on what travel officials are saying.

The REAL ID deadline is here: What to know

Homeland Security Chief Kristi Noem said Tuesday that travelers with no REAL ID will be allowed to fly for now, but with probable extra steps. If you still need a REAL ID, these are the steps to apply.

REAL ID deadline looms
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Millions of Americans are trying to book last minute appointments to get a REAL ID before the May 7 deadline. Without the enhanced ID, you won't be able to fly without another form of ID, such as a passport or green card. You will also need a REAL ID or passport to enter most federal buildings, including courthouses and military bases. The REAL ID costs $25.

REAL ID deadline is on May 7
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The Arizona Department of Transportation says more than 2.5 million REAL ID cards have already been issued. To get your REAL ID, you need a birth certificate or passport, your social security number and two documents proving Arizona residency.

REAL ID deadline is coming up quick
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Are you REAL ID ready? The clock is ticking. In about four months, you're going to need it to fly anywhere in the U.S. FOX 10's Marc Martinez joins us now with what you need to know.

Real ID deadline extended again to 2025

Real ID cards will eventually be required for airport check-in and to enter federal facilities.

Real ID deadline extended to 2023 due to ongoing pandemic: DHS

Americans aren't required now to have Real IDs for domestic air travel until May 2023. Previously, the enforcement date was Oct. 1, 2021.

Southern California woman's new ID has photo of her wearing a mask

A Southern California woman is planning to get a new driver's license after the DMV sent her one with an image of her wearing a face mask.

Real ID deadline extended to 2021 over COVID-19 crisis

Americans had until Oct. 1, 2020, to get their new ID card but amid a national emergency, the Department of Homeland Security has moved the enforcement deadline to Oct. 1, 2021.