What are the travel changes for May 2023?


What are the travel changes for May 2023? Beginning May 3, 2023, your driver's license will need to be REAL ID-compliant if you want to use it to fly within the U.S. It's part of a law passed by Congress. If your license is not compliant, and you don't have another acceptable form of ID, you'll have trouble getting through airport security.


Do I need a passport to fly domestic in U.S. 2023?

Quick answer: No. A government-issued photo ID, such as a state-issued ID card, is sufficient for domestic air travel. In other words, using your passport as a government-issued photo ID is possible but not mandatory. Your state-issued driver's license, for instance, is sufficient to board your domestic flight.


Can I fly with an expired ID but with valid passport?

Expired ID If your driver's license or state-issued ID expired on or after March 1, 2020, and you are unable to renew at your state driver's license agency, you may still use it as acceptable identification at the checkpoint. TSA will accept expired driver's licenses or state-issued ID a year after expiration.


Can you fly with expired passport 2023?

Although a passport is not required for domestic flights, you need a valid ID to pass through TSA checkpoints, and an expired passport is not considered valid.


Do I need a REAL ID to fly to Hawaii in 2023?

Beginning May 3, 2023, all air travelers aged 18 and up will be required to have a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, a state-issued enhanced driver's license, or another acceptable form of identification to fly within the U.S. States.


Will people be traveling 2023?

49% of Americans Plan To Travel More in 2023 This is impressive considering 45% of respondents traveled once or twice in 2022, with 42% traveling three or more times in 2022. All types of trips remain popular for the coming year, though visiting with friends and family leads the list.


How to pack for a flight 2023?

How to Pack for a Flight
  1. Buy a Small, Lightweight Carry-On Bag. Treat yourself. ...
  2. Don't Pack Extras. You don't need that extra jacket; you have a jacket on. ...
  3. Pack for Half Your Trip. If you're going for 7 days, pack for 4. ...
  4. Rubber Bands. ...
  5. Skip the Toiletries. ...
  6. No Books. ...
  7. One Pair of Shoes.


What are the rules for flying in 2023?

Beginning May 3, 2023, your driver's license will need to be REAL ID-compliant if you want to use it to fly within the U.S. It's part of a law passed by Congress.


Can I travel to Italy if my passport expires in 3 months?

Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay. Review our U.S. Travelers in Europe page. You will need proof of sufficient funds and a return plane ticket. For additional information about visas for the Schengen area, see the Schengen Visa page.


What to know before flying 2023?

15 airport hacks to help you survive the 2023 summer travel chaos
  • Do your homework. ...
  • Check entry requirements a few days before flying. ...
  • Print your documents. ...
  • Pack across suitcases. ...
  • Know your airline's hand baggage allowance and actually stick to it. ...
  • Pre-order liquids to be picked-up airside at the airport.


Can you travel without a passport internationally?

The American Citizen Services Section wants to remind all U.S. citizens not to travel outside the United States without a valid U.S. passport. While dual citizens may be able to travel abroad with alternative documentation, all U.S. citizens are required to present a U.S. passport to re-enter the United States.