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TSA to charge $45 fee for travelers without REAL ID starting Sunday
['Claire Bacarella']
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TSA will charge travelers $45 starting Sunday if they don't have a REAL ID or passport to flyPassengers must complete an online verification process that takes 10-15 minutes before arriving at the security checkpointCapital Region International Airport sees 4-5 travelers daily who come to fly without a REAL ID or passportWATCH: New $45 TSA fee hits travelers without REAL ID this weekendNew $45 TSA fee hits travelers without REAL ID this weekendThe new policy requires passengers without proper identification to complete an online ID verification process called ConfirmID before arriving at the security checkpoint.
While travelers can still fly without a REAL ID, they must pay the fee and allow extra time for the verification process.
Schmitt said she has her REAL ID ready, but noted her brother is scrambling to get his documentation in order before an upcoming flight.
Airport officials recommend passengers without a REAL ID or passport arrive early and bring a mobile device to complete the TSA's ConfirmID process.
According to the TSA, verification typically takes 10 to 15 minutes but could take up to 30 minutes.