VIRGINIA (WDBJ) – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is now accepting digital Virginia IDs at airport security checkpoints, the TSA announced Tuesday.
According to the TSA, travelers can download the Virginia Mobile ID (mID) app and scan their phone in replacement of a physical ID.
To download the app, users must have a valid Virginia drivers license or ID card.
The TSA adds the scanning technology is able to verify the traveler’s ticket, replacing the physical boarding pass in security checkpoints. A boarding pass must still be presented to an airline gate agent.
The TSA states the mID is accepted at over 230 airports, with more airports being added each week.
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Great news for travelers in Virginia! The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has announced that they are now accepting digital Virginia IDs at airport security checkpoints. This means that travelers can now use their digital driver’s licenses or identification cards on their smartphones to pass through security, making the process more convenient and efficient.
This new update is part of TSA’s efforts to modernize and streamline the security screening process. By accepting digital IDs, travelers no longer have to worry about carrying around physical copies of their IDs, reducing the risk of losing or misplacing them.
To use a digital ID at airport security checkpoints, travelers simply need to present their digital ID on their smartphone to the TSA officer, who will verify the information using a specialized device. It’s important to note that not all states currently offer digital IDs, so travelers should check with their state’s department of motor vehicles to see if they are eligible.
Overall, this is a positive step forward in making the travel experience smoother and more convenient for passengers. So next time you’re heading to the airport, don’t forget to take advantage of this new option and breeze through security with your digital Virginia ID!
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