NJ flyers face new $45 airport penalty as REAL ID crackdown hits travelers Jen Ursillo Published: December 1, 2025 AP

✈️ Starting Feb. 1, 2026, travelers without REAL ID must pay a fee to fly, TSA confirmed.

💳 More than 94% of passengers already use REAL ID, but TSA warns NJ travelers to update now to avoid the fee — or potentially miss flights.

⚠️ TSA says the new system protects national security by verifying identities and keeping threats off domestic transportation networks. loading...

Headed to Newark Liberty International Airport , or any other airport around the country, for that matter?

Don't forget your REAL ID or passport; otherwise, you’ll pay the price.

New REAL ID travel rules for Newark Airport and nationwide

Beginning February 1, 2026, travelers who do no

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