Prepare for Takeoff:
Access Requirements

Boarding Pass and Photo ID Required To Get to Your Gate

A boarding pass and ID are required to access sterile areas. TSA is consolidating passenger screening to the passenger security checkpoints in an on-going commitment to enhance security and improve customer service. Selectee and most random searches will now be conducted at the checkpoints where TSA staff and screening equipment are concentrated. Tickets and ticket confirmations (such as a travel agent or airline itineraries) will no longer be accepted at these checkpoints.

Proper Identification

If you have a paper ticket for a domestic flight, passengers age 18 and over must present one form of photo identification issued by a local state or federal government agency (e.g.: passport/drivers license/military ID), or two forms of non-photo identification, one of which must have been issued by a state or federal agency (e.g.: U.S. social security card). For an international flight, you will need to present a valid passport, visa, or any other required documentation. Passengers without proper ID may be denied boarding.

For e-tickets, you will need to show your photo identification and e-ticket receipt to receive your boarding pass.

There are four ways to obtain a boarding pass:

• Go to your airline's ticket counter at the airport
• Use curbside check-in
• Use your airline's self-service ticket kiosk in the airport lobby
• Print the boarding pass from your airline's website

Note: Persons with parental, official, medical business or similar reasons may be able to access the checkpoint, but should check with their airline for required documentation.

Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security