Clinton National Airport issues new REAL ID penalty

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – If you don’t have a REAL ID by February 1, you will be required to pay an additional fee.

That was the messaging in a social media post by Clinton National Airport officials on Tuesday, stating that passengers arriving at the TSA Security Checkpoint without a REAL ID pr another acceptable form of identification, such as a passport or trusted travel card, will be required to pay a $45 fee for additional verification before being allowed to fly.

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Airport officials say that to avoid delays and extra costs, you must make sure that your driver’s license is REAL ID-compliant.

They stated that you are required to bring an additional acceptable TSA-approved ID if you do not have a REAL ID and arrive early if you are unsure about your identification…

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