Can I fly with a passport instead of a Real ID? See what you need for a Real ID in California

If you have a passport, you can use that instead of a REAL ID to board domestic flights, according to the Department of ...
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How do you get a REAL ID? Not having one could soon cost you $45

For those who are planning to travel by plane this holiday season, more than a ticket will be needed to board. Travelers now need a REAL ID-compliant identification to board a federally regulated ...

TSA to implement $45 fee for travelers without Real ID starting February 2026

Starting Feb. 1, 2026, the TSA will implement a $45 fee for passengers who do not present a California Real ID, opting ...