TSA just made 4 big changes — here's what every US traveler needs to know before flying
Synopsis Travelling from America will change soon. New rules from TSA will affect security and baggage checks. Regular driver's licenses will not work from May 2025. Passengers need REAL ID or passport. Power banks are banned in checked bags. Shoes can stay on at most airports now. Liquid rules are also changing. New scanners might allow bigger bottles soon. Traveling from the US just became more prolonged as the TSA announced four new sets of rules which will affect everything from security checks to baggage. From May 7, 2025, the TSA will not accept regular driver's licenses that are not REAL ID-compliant. You must show either: A REAL ID (you can get this from your state DMV) or a valid passport.
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TSA will inform you that it's not accepted.
You may be moved to a separate area for extra identity checks.
Even TSA PreCheck travelers are not exempt from this rule.
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TSA officers will ask for your name, address, or other personal info to confirm your identity. If your identity is confirmed, you'll be allowed to go through security, but with extra screening. If you refuse ID verification, don't cooperate, or fail identity confirmation, you won't be allowed to go past security at all, as per the Daily Express.
Power banks and portable phone chargers, with lithium-ion batteries, are no longer allowed in checked luggage. These items must go in your carry-on bag only.TSA made this rule because lithium batteries can overheat or catch fire, especially if they are damaged, or exposed to extreme heat or pressure inside the cargo hold. It's a safety rule to avoid fire risks mid-air, according to the report by Daily Express. Travelers no longer have to take off their shoes at TSA security checkpoints in most U.S. airports, as shared by travel blogger Pollyann, @travelwithpalma on Instagram. This new rule started in July 2024.
ADVERTISEMENT For over 20 years, passengers had to remove shoes because of the 2001 'shoe bomber' incident — a man tried to blow up a plane using explosives in his shoes. Now, TSA has relaxed this rule at most airports to make the process faster and easier. Some travelers may still be asked to remove shoes depending on the location or screening process — but it's no longer required everywhere.TSA is testing new scanners in some airports that could soon allow larger liquid bottles in carry-ons. For now, the 3-1-1 rule still applies:
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You can carry liquids, gels, and creams up to 3.4 ounces (100 ml) each
All items must fit into one quart-size clear zip-top bag
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Some items are already allowed in larger quantities if declared:
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Toddler drinks
Medications
According to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, TSA is working on updates that might allow larger liquids in the near future, according to the report by ABC News. These give better images of what's inside bags
They help TSA agents scan without needing to remove items
They were first used during summer travel surges, and are being expanded
Pollyann, also known as @travelwithpalma on Instagram, posted a simple and helpful list to explain these 4 major TSA changes. She made the post because she believes many travelers still don't know these updates. Her goal was to make air travel easier by using plain language that people could understand.REAL ID or passport now required - starting May 2025, for domestic flights. Power banks are banned in checked bags - they must go in your carry-on. Shoes stay ON - the TSA no longer requires shoes off at most U.S. airports, as per the Daily Express report.
ADVERTISEMENT Liquid rules are changing - some airports are testing new scanners that allow larger liquids, but things like medication, baby formula and toddler drinks are already allowed in larger quantities if declared at the checkpoint. Travel is always changing and evolving - don't get caught off guard at security", posted by Pollyann @travelwithpalma on Instagram, as stated by the report by Daily Express. Q1. Is the TSA still making you take off shoes at airport security?No, TSA no longer requires passengers to remove shoes at most U.S. airports as of July 2024.
Q2. Can I bring power banks in checked luggage on a flight? No, TSA bans power banks in checked bags — they must be in your carry-on for safety reasons.
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