ہم اصلی ID کے یکم دن ملک بھر کے ہوائی اڈوں پر سیکیورٹی سے گزرے: آپ کیا توقع کرسکتے ہیں

ہم اصلی ID کے یکم دن ملک بھر کے ہوائی اڈوں پر سیکیورٹی سے گزرے: آپ کیا توقع کرسکتے ہیں

ADVERTISEMENTNewsWe went through security at airports across the country on Day 1 of Real ID: What you can expectSean CudahySean CudahySenior Aviation ReporterSean Cudahy is an aviation reporter covering news about airlines, frequent flyer programs and consumer travel issues.May 07, 2025•8 min readThe cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view ouradvertising policy andproduct review methodology for more information.Kathy Williams had May 7 circled on her calendar: It was the day she'd scheduled a flight. It was also the day the Transportation Security Administration's stricter new ID rules were set to take effect.Months went by with no luck getting her Real ID."You couldn't get an appointment," Williams said. "It didn't matter what county or what city."In a "very stressful" turn of events, she finally got a temporary paper license Tuesday — less than 24 hours before her trip.It's a time crunch an untold number of Americans faced in recent weeks, packing DMVs in all 50 states ahead of Wednesday, when the TSA began requiring airline passengers presenting a driver's license as their ID to have one that meets a more stringent federal standard.CLINT HENDERSON/THE POINTS GUYThat change, predicted for months to cause delays at security checkpoints, seemed to start as well as travelers could have expected — that is, based on my experience, and those of several other TPG staffers who fanned out to more than a half dozen airports across the country Wednesday.What we found at airports on Day 1 of Real ID enforcementArriving at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) on Wednesday, I immediately saw airport representatives standing in front of the standard checkpoint lanes holding signs, reminding passengers that they'd need a Real ID — or another acceptable document.SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYI brought my passport, since the TSA said that should still get travelers through security without a hitch.SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYIndeed, mine did — in 75 seconds, no less, on an admittedly quiet morning at the airport.Daily NewsletterReward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletterJoin over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG’s expertsSEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYFarther to the north, TPG aviation contributor Edward Russell reported he "spent more time chatting with the TSA agents than waiting" at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).At nearby Dulles International Airport (IAD), it took TPG credit cards writer Stephanie Stevens 12 minutes to get through the standard security line."I didn't notice many delays, but I saw many people with passports in hand," Stevens reported. "There was a noticeable increase in the number of airport officials and TSA throughout security."Passengers wait in the standard TSA line at Washington's Dulles International Airport (IAD). STEPHANIE STEVENS/THE POINTS GUYSome TPG staffers didn't have a Real IDEven colleagues without a Real ID didn't face an overly arduous wait.TPG's Maggie Moran, a TSA PreCheck member, was booked on a Southwest Airlines flight out of New York's LaGuardia Airport (LGA)."I was diverted to a different line that was separate from regular security and was given a red slip that said my ID was noncompliant," Moran said. There, she had to remove her shoes and laptop from her bag — something PreCheck members normally don't have to do — but she was still through the checkpoint just three minutes after she got in line.MAGGIE MORAN/THE POINTS GUY"No one verbally said anything to me about Real ID," Moran noted.TPG managing editor Madison Blancaflor, who also doesn't yet have a Real ID, passed seamlessly through security across the Hudson River at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) using the expedited Clear service.Read more:8 ways to get free or discounted TSA PreCheck, Global Entry and ClearTravelers wait in line to have their identification checked at a TSA checkpoint May 7 at Newark Liberty International Airport. KENA BETANCUR/AFP/GETTY IMAGES"I didn't experience a difference today versus any other day at the airport," Blancaflor said. "They didn't ask for my ID at Clear, so not having a Real ID wasn't an issue."TSA predicted smooth launchTo its credit, TSA officials I spoke with last week had remained hopeful that the start of Real ID enforcement would go off without a hitch. After all, the agency had 20 years to prepare for the deadline, after Congress first ordered the stricter ID rules for air travel in 2005, following recommendations from the 9/11 Commission.A TSA checkpoint on Day 1 of Real ID enforcement at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD). SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUY"I don't think we're going to have much of an operational impact come May 7," TSA Southeast spokesperson Mark Howell told me Friday.But fears of long wait times remainedStill, uncertainty loomed after the agency postponed the start of the tougher ID rules multiple times over the past five years — moves that underscored what a dramatic shift it could be in getting 50 different states' licenses up to a common standard.Delta Air Lines this week told me it would be prepared to rebook customers who missed flights because of extenuating circumstances on a case-by-case basis (which presumably would include cases where extreme TSA lines caused customers to miss flights en masse).And as recently as last month, United Airlines' Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella openly rooted for the TSA to again postpone the start of enforcement — something the agency did multiple times earlier this decade."Hopefully everybody's prepared," Nocella said on the company's April 16 earnings call. "I kind of hope that date gets extended once again, and I'll hope the same thing when it happens again."But as the peak morning travel period came and went Wednesday, I checked the TSA's app – which live-tracks checkpoint delays — and found few examples of longer-than-usual wait times."Things are going smoothly here ... with the majority of travelers in compliance," TSA spokesperson Lisa Farbstein shared from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).I flew to Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD), where American Airlines representatives inside Terminal 3 prescreened passengers entering the checkpoint to see if they had the right documentation.An American Airlines representative screens passengers for Real ID at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD). SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYThose that didn't (I only saw two) weren't barred from flying — they just got sent to a separate checkpoint.That's consistent with what Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem told Congress Tuesday: "They may be diverted to a different line, have an extra step, but people will be allowed to fly."For her part, Williams on Wednesday morning brought both her temporary paper ID card and her older, hard (non-Real ID) card."I had to present both of them," she told me, just beyond security at RDU, feeling relieved about how the whole process went."Like five minutes," she said. "It wasn't as bad as I thought."TPG reader Larry Kaplan told us that his travel through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) was "actually quieter than usual." He suspects TSA brought in extra agents to help manage the rollout.Still reason to be cautiousDay 1 wasn't a perfect test case for how smooth things will ultimately run during the early days of Real ID enforcement. Wednesdays are routinely among the lightest days of the week for air travel.How wait times hold up this Friday and Sunday will loom large — as will Memorial Day weekend, travel for which ramps up in just over two weeks, marking the unofficial start to the summer rush at airports.So for now, we'd recommend getting to the airport a little earlier than you normally would — especially if you're at all unsure about whether you have a form of ID that's compliant.Related reading:Real ID vs. driver's license: Everything you need to knowBest credit cards for Global Entry and TSA PreCheckGlobal Entry vs. TSA PreCheck: Which is more beneficial?Travelers can now enroll in TSA PreCheck via Clear at 13 US airports8 ways to get free or discounted TSA PreCheck, Global Entry and ClearFeatured image by SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUYEditorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.TPG featured cardBest for businesses with high spendingCapital One Venture X BusinessApply for Capital One Venture X BusinessTerms & restrictions apply. See rates & feesTPG Editor‘s RatingOpen Editors ratingCard Rating is based on the opinion of TPG‘s editors and is not influenced by the card issuer.4.5 / 5Go to reviewApply nowApply for Capital One Venture X Businessat Capital One's secure siteRewards2 - 10X milesdetails2X miles2 miles per dollar on every purchase5X miles5 miles per dollar on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Business Travel10X miles10 miles per dollar on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Business TravelIntro offerLIMITED-TIME OFFER: Earn up to 400K bonus milesdetailsEarn 200K miles when you spend $30K in the first 3 months, and an additional 200K miles when you spend $150K in the first 6 monthsAnnual Fee$395Recommended Credit740-850Excellentmore infoCredit ranges are a variation of FICO® Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit card application.Why We Chose ItThe Capital One Venture X Business Card has all the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card has to offer and more. It offers an incredible welcome bonus and requires an equally impressive spend to qualify. In addition, the card comes with premium travel perks like annual travel credit. (Partner offer)Pros & ConsProsThe Capital One Venture X business card has a very lucrative welcome offer.In addition, the card comes with many premium travel perks such as an annual $300 credit for bookings through Capital One Business Travel.Business owners are also able to add employee cards for free.ConsThe card requires significant spending to earn the welcome offer.Another drawback is that the annual travel credit can only be used on bookings made through Capital One Business Travel. More DetailsLIMITED-TIME OFFER: Earn up to 400K bonus miles: 200K miles when you spend $30K in the first 3 months, and an additional 200k miles when you spend $150k in the first 6 monthsEarn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, everywhere—with no limits or category restrictionsEarn 10X miles on hotels and rental cars and 5X miles on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Business TravelWith no preset spending limit, enjoy big purchasing power that adapts so you can spend more and earn more rewardsEmpower your teams to make business purchases while earning rewards on their transactions, with free employee and virtual cards. Plus, automatically sync your transaction data with your accounting software and pay your vendors with easeRedeem your miles on flights, hotels and more. Plus, transfer your miles to any of the 15+ travel loyalty programsEvery year, you'll get 10,000 bonus miles after your account anniversary date. Plus, receive an annual $300 credit for bookings made through Capital One Business TravelReceive up to a $120 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®. Enjoy access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide, including Capital One Lounge locations and Priority Pass™ lounges, after enrollmentEnjoy a $100 experience credit and other premium benefits with every hotel and vacation rental booked from the Premier CollectionThis is a pay-in-full card, so your balance is due in full every monthApply nowApply for Capital One Venture X Businessat Capital One's secure siteTerms & restrictions apply. See rates & feesBest for businesses with high spendingCapital One Venture X BusinessTPG Editor‘s RatingOpen Editors ratingCard Rating is based on the opinion of TPG‘s editors and is not influenced by the card issuer.4.5 / 5Go to reviewRewards Rate2X miles2 miles per dollar on every purchase5X miles5 miles per dollar on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Business Travel10X miles10 miles per dollar on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Business TravelIntro OfferOpen Intro bonusEarn 200K miles when you spend $30K in the first 3 months, and an additional 200K miles when you spend $150K in the first 6 monthsLIMITED-TIME OFFER: Earn up to 400K bonus milesAnnual Fee$395Recommended CreditOpen Credit score descriptionCredit ranges are a variation of FICO® Score 8, one of many types of credit scores lenders may use when considering your credit card application.740-850ExcellentWhy We Chose ItThe Capital One Venture X Business Card has all the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card has to offer and more. It offers an incredible welcome bonus and requires an equally impressive spend to qualify. In addition, the card comes with premium travel perks like annual travel credit. (Partner offer)View MorePros + consMore DetailsProsThe Capital One Venture X business card has a very lucrative welcome offer.In addition, the card comes with many premium travel perks such as an annual $300 credit for bookings through Capital One Business Travel.Business owners are also able to add employee cards for free.ConsThe card requires significant spending to earn the welcome offer.Another drawback is that the annual travel credit can only be used on bookings made through Capital One Business Travel. LIMITED-TIME OFFER: Earn up to 400K bonus miles: 200K miles when you spend $30K in the first 3 months, and an additional 200k miles when you spend $150k in the first 6 monthsEarn unlimited 2X miles on every purchase, everywhere—with no limits or category restrictionsEarn 10X miles on hotels and rental cars and 5X miles on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Business TravelWith no preset spending limit, enjoy big purchasing power that adapts so you can spend more and earn more rewardsEmpower your teams to make business purchases while earning rewards on their transactions, with free employee and virtual cards. Plus, automatically sync your transaction data with your accounting software and pay your vendors with easeRedeem your miles on flights, hotels and more. Plus, transfer your miles to any of the 15+ travel loyalty programsEvery year, you'll get 10,000 bonus miles after your account anniversary date. Plus, receive an annual $300 credit for bookings made through Capital One Business TravelReceive up to a $120 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck®. Enjoy access to 1,300+ airport lounges worldwide, including Capital One Lounge locations and Priority Pass™ lounges, after enrollmentEnjoy a $100 experience credit and other premium benefits with every hotel and vacation rental booked from the Premier CollectionThis is a pay-in-full card, so your balance is due in full every monthgtm--featured-card-10186

---