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- The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will charge a $45 fee for passengers lacking enhanced identification to fly, starting February 1, 2026.
- About 6% of U.S. air travelers do not meet REAL ID standards.
- TSA Deputy Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeil reported compliance rose from 93% to 94%.
- Enhanced screening has been in place since May 2025.
- Children under 18 are exempt from ID.
