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Asked by Anonymous

at what age do a child needs a photo id to get through airport security?

Children under the age of 18 do not need to provide an ID at the airport security checkpoint if they are flying within the U.S. They only need a boarding pass.

Minors flying outside of the U.S. must have a valid passport.

Learn more about airport identification requirements.

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