Flying within the United States
- Travelers 18 and older need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or state ID, or another TSA-accepted ID such as a US passport, passport card or trusted traveler card. REAL ID enforcement at airports began on May 7, 2025. TSA acceptable IDs.
- The name on your ticket must match your ID exactly.
- Children under 18 traveling with an adult generally do not need ID for domestic flights, but airlines may have their own rules.
Traveling abroad
- You need a valid passport. Many countries require it to be valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date and to have blank pages.
- Some countries require a visa or an electronic travel authorization before you fly, including for short tourist trips. Requirements depend on your citizenship.
- Some destinations have vaccination or health entry requirements. See the CDC Travelers' Health pages.
- Children traveling with only one parent, or with other adults, may need a notarized consent letter from the absent parent(s).
- Passport applications and renewals take time. Check current processing times at travel.state.gov.
Official sources
- US State Department country information and entry requirements
- US State Department travel advisories
- Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), to receive safety alerts and help in an emergency
- US Customs and Border Protection, for returning to the United States
Our role
Our agents are happy to point you to the requirements for your trip, but entry rules are set by governments and can change without notice, and they depend on each traveler's citizenship and circumstances. Travel Voyage Solutions LLC is not responsible if a traveler is refused boarding or entry because of missing or invalid documents. Always confirm requirements with official sources before you travel.
We recommend travel insurance that covers medical care, trip cancellation and interruption, especially for international and non-refundable trips.