REAL ID deadline: Does your child need one to fly in New York?
The new rule stems from the REAL ID Act of 2005, which 'established minimum security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards and prohibits certain federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards,' according to the Department of Homeland Security.
While travelers over 18 may need to update their documents, the change does not apply to children. Here's what to know.
How to get a REAL ID: TSA approves these alternatives to REAL ID if you haven't gotten one yet
Do kids need a REAL ID to fly?
No. The Transportation Security Administration does not require children to show ID when flying domestically, the agency said on its website. However, adults accompanying minors must do so.
Airline rules may vary, however, and some require parents or guardians to bring unaccompanied minors to the departure gate, according to the Department of Transportation. Adults need to have a photo ID for that.
Travelers should check their carrier's requirements before flying.
Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter for USA TODAY based in Nashville. You can reach him at ndiller@usatoday.com.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Flying with children? What to know about REAL ID requirements
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