Travel Documents for Domestic and International Flights | Air Europa United States of America (2023)

FAQs

What travel document do I need for domestic flight in USA? ›

You must present an acceptable ID, such as a valid passport, state-issued enhanced driver's license or U.S. military ID, to fly within the U.S. You will not be allowed to fly if your identity cannot be verified. Review the complete list of acceptable identification.

A passport is required for all international travel. If you're traveling anywhere overseas, you need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. for international air travel.

With a valid U.S. passport, you can stay up to 90 days for tourism or business during any 180-day period. Do not overstay! You must wait an additional 90 days before applying to re-enter the Schengen area. To stay longer than 90 days, you must have a visa.

The most basic forms of travel documents are passports, passport cards, and arrival/departure records. These required documents allow U.S. citizens to travel abroad and re-enter the country legally upon return. Arrival/Departure records are used for non-citizens entering the country temporarily.

Are you REAL ID ready? On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires commercial aircraft in the US to have four pieces of paperwork onboard before it can fly. These are the airworthiness certificate, registration certificate, operating manual, and weight & balance. The regulatory authorities use the acronym AROW for this requirement.

Firstly, if you lose your passport when traveling abroad, you could be issued with an emergency travel document by your national embassy or consulate. This will allow you to travel securely and without problems, across borders to return home.

In the United States, you need a valid U.S. government-issued photo ID or a passport from your country of origin to travel through security. You must show that the name on your boarding pass matches the legal name on your unexpired government-issued ID.

What do I need to go to Europe from the US? ›

Starting in 2024, Americans will need to register online with the ETIAS system before their trip to get visa-free entry. By completing an ETIAS application for US citizens online, you can avoid having to go through a length visa application process at a European embassy or consulate.

Good news for US passport holders – that dream is closer to reality than you might think! With the power of the US passport, you can travel to 186 countries or territories visa-free or with a visa on arrival. Ranked among the top 10 passports for travel freedom, the US passport opens doors to countless adventures.

Is a Travel Document a Passport or Visa? A travel document is any document you need to cross borders. In the case of traveling to the US from another country, you need a passport and a visa. The visa is a document inside your passport that provides more details and freedoms for your time in the US.

Alert: Beginning July 1, 2022, we will issue a new travel authorization document to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) beneficiaries: Form I-512T, Authorization for Travel by a Noncitizen to the United States, provided that the beneficiary is found to merit such discretionary authorization.

It takes at least 90 days or more for USCIS to process your Form I-131, Application for Travel Document. You may, however, be able to get expedited processing of a travel document in certain situations.

Adult passengers 18 and older must show valid identification at the airport checkpoint in order to travel. Beginning May 7, 2025, if you plan to use your state-issued ID or license to fly within the U.S., make sure it is REAL ID compliant.

Valid Photo ID

Unexpired driver's license issued by a State or outlying possession of the U.S. Unexpired photo ID card issued by the federal government or by a State or outlying possession of the U.S. This must include a federal agency, State or State agency seal or logo (such as a State university ID).

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.

Travellers should be allowed to enter the EU if they meet one of the following conditions: they have completed the full primary vaccination series of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by the EU or the World Health Organization (WHO) and fewer than 270 days have passed since the completion of that series.

How long must a passport be valid to enter the US? ›

Gather Required Documentation

Passport valid for travel to the United States – Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay in the United States (unless exempt by country-specific agreements).

One thing is certain – you cannot travel without your documents. Traveling outside the United States without having the right documents may affect your ability to come back. So, if you want to reenter with no problems, you should ensure you have them.

Valid ID

Voter's ID or Voter's Certification from the Main Office with Dry Seal. If presenting the Voter's Certificate, you may also need to provide NBI or police clearance.

Make sure the airplane has an ARROW, the acronym that helps you remember the required documents: airworthiness certificate, registration, radio station license, operating limitation documents, and weight and balance information. You will most likely find them all in a clear plastic pouch attached to a cockpit wall.

You have all of the required essentials with you: Logbook with signed endorsement from your instructor, third class medical certificate, student pilot certificate, and one government issued photo ID. You're legal to fly. As a private pilot, you'll be flying farther than the pattern for a few touch and go-s.

Cabin Inspection

Airworthiness Certificate. Registration Certificate. Radio Station License (only required for operations outside the U.S.) Operating Handbook.

You must show you've met all requirements for international travel to fly. Before you go, upload negative COVID-19 test results, vaccination records, digital vaccine certificates and more with the American Airlines app or VeriFLY™.

Can I fly with a foreign passport or Employment Authorization Document Card? Yes, as noted above, the list of approved identification to fly domestically includes foreign government-issued passports and/or a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766).

During World War I, European governments introduced border passport requirements for security reasons, and to control the emigration of people with useful skills. These controls remained in place after the war, becoming a standard, though controversial, procedure.

At time of boarding, inbound U.S. travelers must provide proof of vaccination. This can either be digital or paper and must include at a minimum full name and date of birth matching the traveler's passport, name of official source issuing the vaccine, vaccine type and date(s) of vaccination.

Why does my boarding pass say verify passport? ›

You can still check-in online and print your boarding pass. However, the BP will indicate that verification is needed. It just means an agent has to inspect and verify your passport at some point before you board -- at which point they provide you with a new BP that says "DOCS OK" on it.

You may have to present proof of age like a birth certificate for any children under the age of 18. Families with children under 2 years old can ask to board early at the gate.

Valid Passport: must be valid at least 6 months into the future at the time of admission. Your Immigration Document: an I-20 for F-1 status or a DS-2019 for J-1 status. F-1 students must print (double-sided) the electronically sent I-20s. At the border, you cannot present your electronic I-20 on your phone.

Travel within the United States and to U.S. territories is not restricted and no special documents are required. However, it is extremely important that you and your dependents carry your passport and visa documents with you when traveling in the U.S. in the event you need to present them to law enforcement officials.

Most green card holders will need to present the passport from the country where they're a citizen, or in some cases, their refugee travel document. You should also be sure to have your green card on you for the duration of the trip. And remember different countries have different requirements for entry.

Lawful permanent residents must continue to present a valid Permanent Resident Card. A passport is not required.

Provide Correct Identification and Documentation

Remember to bring a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, passport, or permanent resident card, to the airport. Your ID must show your name, date of birth, gender, and expiration date.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires commercial aircraft in the US to have four pieces of paperwork onboard before it can fly. These are the airworthiness certificate, registration certificate, operating manual, and weight & balance. The regulatory authorities use the acronym AROW for this requirement.

As the list indicates, the TSA accepts a variety of forms of documentation for domestic flights. Notably for many foreign nationals, permanent resident cards and employment authorization cards are both acceptable forms of documentation for domestic flights.

If you are a lawful permanent resident, or green card holder, you are required by U.S. immigration law to keep your green card with you at all times, especially when traveling. Even if you are traveling by car and do not need to present identification at the airport, you should always have your green card within reach.

Can you fly with a Social Security card? ›

A school ID, library card, Social Security card, birth certificate, state driver's license, or an organization ID all suffice, as do the allowed identification forms for an adult, such as a state ID. Children younger than 14 do not require identification when traveling alone.

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.

Additionally, US green card holders need a Schengen visa to travel to Europe as the green card holders are nationals of third countries. Any US green card holder must apply for a Schengen visa to visit any Schengen state.

All travelers flying on a domestic flight must present a valid (unexpired) photo ID issued by the state or federal government. Undocumented individuals may use the following forms of ID accepted by TSA: State photo identity card. State driver's license.

Can I fly with a foreign passport or Employment Authorization Document Card? Yes, as noted above, the list of approved identification to fly domestically includes foreign government-issued passports and/or a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766).

Since all 50 States are part of the United States of America, you do not need a passport to travel between states. The US has also some territories in the Pacific Ocean that have some specific rules when it comes to traveling without a passport.