Starting February 1, 2026, TSA will offer ConfirmID, a paid service to help travelers without a REAL ID or other acceptable ID verify their identity before boarding.
What is TSA ConfirmID?
TSA ConfirmID is a fee-based option for travelers who:
- Lost their ID.
- Do not have a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification.
This service helps verify identity so Guests can travel safely.
Why is TSA ConfirmID Important?
ConfirmID improves security and protects travelers nationwide. It ensures safe skies and strong transportation systems.
ConfirmID improves security and protects travelers nationwide. It ensures safe skies and strong transportation systems.
How Can I Access TSA ConfirmID?
Visit tsa.gov and follow the steps to verify your identification.
Visit tsa.gov and follow the steps to verify your identification.
How Much Does TSA ConfirmID Cost?
The cost is $45 for travelers without a REAL ID or other acceptable ID.
The cost is $45 for travelers without a REAL ID or other acceptable ID.
How Long Does It Take?
The process usually takes 10–15 minutes, but it could take up to 30 minutes or more.
The process usually takes 10–15 minutes, but it could take up to 30 minutes or more.
What is REAL ID?
REAL ID is a government standard for secure driver’s licenses and IDs. A REAL ID has a star in the upper right or left corner.
For more information on what ID, you need to travel with, click here.
REAL ID is a government standard for secure driver’s licenses and IDs. A REAL ID has a star in the upper right or left corner.
For more information on what ID, you need to travel with, click here.
Acceptable Forms of ID
- U.S. Passport or Passport Card
- U.S. Department of Defense ID
- DHS Trusted Traveler Card
- Enhanced Tribal Cards
- REAL ID or Enhanced Driver’s License
Please note:
- TSA ConfirmID does not guarantee entry into the airport. TSA will try to verify the your identity so you can go through security.
- TSA ConfirmID is a TSA service, not Spirit Airlines.
- Spirit does not take payments for ConfirmID.
- Spirit cannot provide your ConfirmID status or processing times.
- For all details, visit tsa.gov.