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Can I fly American Airlines without ID?

TSA won't allow you to pass through security checkpoints at the airport if your ID doesn't comply. The TSA Secure Flight program requires us to collect this information when you book including the: Name as it appears on the government-issued ID you travel with. Date of birth.



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Typically, minors under the age of 18 do not have to present identification for domestic U.S. travel. Airlines will accept identification from the responsible adult on behalf of the minor(s). For international travel, minors under the age of 18 must present the same travel documents as the adult.

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You'll need a valid photo ID accepted by the TSA (like a driver's license or other government-issued ID) for domestic travel and a valid passport or visa, and any travel documents required by your international destination.

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You do not require a passport to travel within the UK, but you will need to carry one type of photographic ID when travelling with us. Examples include: Valid passport. Valid driving licence, either provisional or full.

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If you only have an expired passport, you can still bring it along for domestic travel within the United States, but you must convince TSA officers that you are who you say you are. However, if you're traveling internationally, you must have a valid passport.

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For customers flying solely within the UK, including Northern Ireland, a passport is not required, but customers must produce valid/in-date photographic ID when travelling, such as a passport or driving licence (full or provisional), employment ID, military card, residency card, etc.

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Print out a second copy at the check-in counter or check-in machine at the airport, in case the loss is already noticed in the check-in area. Report to the flight staff at the gate if your boarding pass is missing, and you are already in the security area.

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The officer will insert each photo ID into the CAT unit where the ID is scanned and analyzed. CAT is linked electronically to the Secure Flight database, which confirms travelers' flight details, ensuring they are ticketed for travel that day.

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