As of May 7, 2025, adults (18+) flying domestically within the U.S. need one of the following:

• A REAL ID–compliant driver’s license or state ID (usually marked with a star in the upper corner), or

• Another TSA-approved form of identification.

Other TSA-approved forms of identification:

• U.S. passport or passport card

• Enhanced Driver’s License (available in some states)

• Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, or FAST cards

• U.S. military ID

• Permanent Resident Card (“green card”)

• Tribal IDs from federally recognized tribes

Children under 18 generally do not need ID for domestic flights when traveling with an adult.

For most international trips, you’ll need a valid U.S. passport book:

• A valid U.S. passport book

• Any required visa or travel authorization for the country you’re visiting

• Return/onward travel information in some countries

• Sometimes proof of vaccinations or other entry documents, depending on destination

Other important things:

• Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates.

• A U.S. passport card cannot be used for international flights. It only works for certain land and sea crossings from places like Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and some Caribbean countries.

• Children, including infants, need their own passports for international travel.

If you don’t have a passport yet, you can apply through the U.S. Department of State: U.S. Passport Information

To check visa requirements and travel advisories for your destination:
U.S. International Travel Information

A great resource is in the TSA Travel Guide https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/liquids-rule

Kids under the age of 2 fly free on domestic flights and must sit on an adults lap.

You can travel with your stroller free of charge as checked baggage. Strollers can be checked at the gate or with your regular checked baggage at the ticket counter.

An FAA approved child safety seat may be brought on board the plane if you booked a seat for your child. If you have not purchased a seat for your child, the item can be checked free of charge at the ticket counter or the gate.

Most airlines charge for check-in luggage. The fees depend on the airline and start at $45 per check-in bag. Some carries are also charging for carry-on luggage.

We get this question a lot, here is a handy guide. https://travel-made-simple.com/carry-on-size-chart/

A nebulizer, CPAP, BiPAP and APAP must be removed from its carrying case and undergo X-ray screening. Face masks and tubing may remain in the case. You may provide a clear plastic bag to place the device through the X-ray

Domestic Travel (U.S.)

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) allows medications in both carry-on and checked baggage.

What we reccomend:

• Keep medications in your carry-on bag so they're accessible and less likely to be lost.

• Leave medications in their original labeled containers whenever possible.

• Bring enough medication for your trip, plus a few extra days in case of delays.

• Carry a copy of your prescription or a note from your healthcare provider, especially for controlled substances or injectable medications.

Liquid medications:

• Medically necessary liquids are exempt from the standard 3.4-ounce (100 mL) liquid limit.

• Declare them to the TSA officer at the security checkpoint.

• They may receive additional screening.

International Travel

Before traveling abroad:

1. Check whether your medication is legal in your destination country.

   • Some medications that are legal in the U.S. are restricted or prohibited in other countries.

2. Carry medications in their original prescription containers.

3. Bring documentation:

   • A copy of the prescription.

   • A letter from your healthcare provider describing the medication, dosage, and medical condition (especially for controlled substances, syringes, or injectable medications).

4. Pack medications in your carry-on luggage.

5. Verify quantity limits.

   • Some countries limit how much medication you can bring, even with a prescription.

Special Situations

• Insulin, EpiPens, inhalers, CPAP supplies, and other medically necessary equipment are generally allowed through security.

• Controlled substances (such as certain ADHD medications, sleep medications, opioid pain medications, or anti-anxiety medications) may require additional documentation and can face restrictions in some countries.