HUGE ID Issue

[Disneyfan754321]

And this is what DH is thinking....

We live in texas... I know how fustrating it all can be. .. go ahead and apply for a learner's permit it's a hard DL type just it has a restriction listed / or a state Id. If it's not here in time dont worry and go as planned.

 

[sam_gordon]

Since you can't postpone the trip, add two days to each end of the trip and drive.

Why? As many people have posted, the TSA has procedures in place for those who don't have ID. Simply show up at the airport earlier (I'd say an extra hour just in case) and go through the "lost ID" procedure. It makes a lot more sense to add an hour on each end than a day.

I’m also going to stalk the DMV website

CALL them. And I'd also email them.

 

[spiders]

As someone else mentioned, I don't know what Texas does but you better make sure he's going to get a real license when he goes. Some states do give you the temporary ones and you get your official one in the mail later on. Those temporary ones aren't valid.

 

[JM23457]

Why? As many people have posted, the TSA has procedures in place for those who don't have ID. Simply show up at the airport earlier (I'd say an extra hour just in case) and go through the "lost ID" procedure. It makes a lot more sense to add an hour on each end than a day.

Because it isn't guaranteed that you can get through without ID. I personally wouldn't want that kind of stress & uncertainty during my trip.

But again, the best option is just for the OP to move the trip up just a couple of weeks, before the boy's 18th birthday.

 

[SteveMouse]

If the state ID or passport is a no-go, I would bring a reasonable amount of documentation such as a copy (certified might be better) of a birth certificate, a bank statement with his name, a school ID (that won’t be a substitute unto itself for a license/state ID), Social Security card). It might be helpful if the TSA reviews materials to see evidence of birthdate, evidence of parental address/relationship, and evidence of citizenship.

 

[Jimmy Mouse]

Go to a Bank of America and open him an account. They offer a picture debit card.

 

[joelkfla]

Why? As many people have posted, the TSA has procedures in place for those who don't have ID. Simply show up at the airport earlier (I'd say an extra hour just in case) and go through the "lost ID" procedure. It makes a lot more sense to add an hour on each end than a day.

TSA site says:
"If your identity is confirmed, you will be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint. You will be subject to additional screening, to include a patdown and screening of carry-on property.
You will not be allowed to enter the security checkpoint if your identity cannot be confirmed"

Go to a Bank of America and open him an account. They offer a picture debit card.

There are specific forms of acceptable ID listed on the TSA site, as a PP posted. I doubt they would consider a bank card as proof of ID, even with a picture. That may be one form of ID which is among the most easily counterfeited or obtained illicitly.

 

[AprilsZoo]

There are specific forms of acceptable ID listed on the TSA site, as a PP posted. I doubt they would consider a bank card as proof of ID, even with a picture. That may be one form of ID which is among the most easily counterfeited or obtained illicitly.

When I lost my ID during a move , and all AZ gives are stupid paper printouts where the photo might just as well have been an ink blot, I went to the airport without much else to offer as proof of identity. The movers had already left with anything remotely like what was on the TSA list— no birth certificate, no passport, nothin’....
Checking in, the counter agent for the airline took my paper ID and didn’t say anything about it. At the TSA checkpoint, they looked at the paper, then asked if I had a credit card. I said “yeah, but it doesn’t have a picture...” The TSA agent still asked to see it, then had me sign a paper, if I remember correctly, that said I was who I purported to be under penalty of perjury and various other laws I’d be breaking by misrepresenting myself.
So a credit card— along with a state-issued temporary ID— can be sufficient. It appears to be something that is left to the TSA agent’s discretion.
Perhaps it’s worth a trip to the airport to speak with a supervisor about what your best course of action is in your situation.
Good Luck!

 

[joelkfla]

When I lost my ID during a move , and all AZ gives are stupid paper printouts where the photo might just as well have been an ink blot, I went to the airport without much else to offer as proof of identity. The movers had already left with anything remotely like what was on the TSA list— no birth certificate, no passport, nothin’....
Checking in, the counter agent for the airline took my paper ID and didn’t say anything about it. At the TSA checkpoint, they looked at the paper, then asked if I had a credit card. I said “yeah, but it doesn’t have a picture...” The TSA agent still asked to see it, then had me sign a paper, if I remember correctly, that said I was who I purported to be under penalty of perjury and various other laws I’d be breaking by misrepresenting myself.
So a credit card— along with a state-issued temporary ID— can be sufficient. It appears to be something that is left to the TSA agent’s discretion.
Perhaps it’s worth a trip to the airport to speak with a supervisor about what your best course of action is in your situation.
Good Luck!

TSA just lost a lot of credibility with me.

 

[EACarlson]

TSA just lost a lot of credibility with me.

TSA should have never had any credibility.

OP, I'd say keep trying to find an appointment. Beyond that decide in advance if you're going to try to get through with TSA if you don't have a hard card. If the stress of not knowing if your son is going to be allowed on the plane is that much for you, maybe you should just cancel the trip.

 

[RogueX]

I also will caution you on this: what experience you have at one airport may be vastly different from another. Some agents have a God complex and think they are above the rules. Ex: an agent in MCO refused to give me his name and I pointed out he was required to do so. I spoke with a manager and he corrected the agent, pulled him off the screening line and sent him out of my site.

 

[JM23457]

It seems the OP has abandoned this discussion, anyway. She knows the options now, and just has to choose what works for her family.

 

[Miffy]

OP--I was going to mention stalking the DMV website for an earlier appointment, but I see that you're already doing it. I definitely recommend that as people do cancel. I hope you find something that way. If not, you might want to consider having your son go to school a bit late one morning and go to the DMV first thing to get one of the standby spots. He's going to have to miss some school even if you do get an appointment, right?

Also, consider trying for an appointment at a DMV location farther away from your home than you've already looked. It's worth a shot, I think.

 

[Jimmy Mouse]

There are specific forms of acceptable ID listed on the TSA site, as a PP posted. I doubt they would consider a bank card as proof of ID, even with a picture. That may be one form of ID which is among the most easily counterfeited or obtained illicitly.

It was just a thought, sorry.

 

[Peaseblossom36]

Maybe see if there’s a smaller DMV office in a town nearby? We have a few in the smaller towns near us, they may be able to fit you in sooner or be more willing to work with you to get you in. Could be worth a try.

 

[rwdavis2]

TSA just lost a lot of credibility with me.

What took so long?

 

[Shelly F - Ohio]

On a business trip my co worker some how lost her license during our trip. She had it at the airport when we left but some how lost it during the trip. So on the way home she had to go thru extra security screening at the airport. They searched her carry on bags. Swabbed her hands for drugs. Questioned her. Patted her down and that was about it. Is he in school?


This is what is written on the tsa.gov web page.
Forgot Your ID?
In the event you arrive at the airport without valid identification, because it is lost or at home, you may still be allowed to fly. The TSA officer may ask you to complete an identity verification process which includes collecting information such as your name, current address, and other personal information to confirm your identity. If your identity is confirmed, you will be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint. You will be subject to additional screening, to include a patdown and screening of carry-on property.
You will not be allowed to enter the security checkpoint if your identity cannot be confirmed, you choose to not provide proper identification or you decline to cooperate with the identity verification process.

Make sure when he gets his DL it is the Real ID with the star in the upper right corner. Because in Oct 2021 anyone over 18 who wants to fly will need a Real ID or a regular DL or a State ID plus a passport in order to fly . Here is the info on the Real ID law. https://www.tsa.gov/real-id

 

[Cynt]

Road trip! 17 HR drive from DFW area. Put him on a bus. Leave him with the grandparents.

 

[ParrotBill]

We had to fly home once after my wife's passport and driver's license were stolen. Show up to the airport an extra hour early. Approach the regular line and explain that he just turned 18 and you could not get a passport or photo ID from the state because of closures. Have several things that show his name and address. School ID. Report card. They need anything at all when you go through the process to confirm identity.

 

[pooch]

Mom, show your stretch marks