TSA needs some form of ID but they’ll accept non-passport ID even if you’re traveling internationally.

voxic11 9 hours ago | parent | next [-]

TSA doesn't even need an ID, if you don't have one they just take your information and check it against some databases to "confirm" your identity.

	▲	wat10000 an hour ago \| parent [-]
		Would they do that for an international departure? They know where you’re flying, and I’d think they’d just tell you to stop being an idiot and show them the passport you obviously must have. But policies can be weird, so maybe not.

MarsIronPI a day ago | parent | prev [-]

Ah, that's right. But don't airlines check passports then? I vaguely remember needing to provide a passport at boarding time.

	▲	wat10000 a day ago \| parent [-]
		Yes, that's what I said above. The US government doesn't give a toss, but the airline has to fly you back if you're refused entry at your destination, so they will do their best to ensure you have the documents you need.