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Don't Have a REAL ID? Get Ready to Pay a Fine at the Airport
To be fair, you've had more than enough warning
Don't Have a REAL ID? Get Ready to Pay a Fine at the Airport.
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Traveler ID rules might feel like they are always changing, from Apple’s new mobile passport feature to endless options for Clear and TSA PreCheck. But one update has been looming since 2005. After two decades of delays, the government has said it’s officially time to comply, or you’ll face fines if you don’t. And surprisingly, some states still have very low compliance rates.
Here’s a simple breakdown of what it means for travelers and how to avoid penalties.
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