Can you drive across the border with a real ID?

Q: Can I use my REAL ID card to cross the border into Canada and Mexico and for international travel? No. REAL ID cards cannot be used for border crossings into Canada, Mexico or other international travel.

Do you need a passport to drive from Alaska to Washington?

U.S. citizens flying between another state and Alaska do not need a passport. All non U.S. citizens will need a passport and possibly other documents to enter. As with all travel, check with U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Transportation Security Administration as you plan your trip.

Is there a way to drive to Alaska without going through Canada?

There is only one major road that you can take to drive to Alaska and that is the Alaska Highway. Regardless of where you start in the United States or Canada, you will eventually join the Alaska Highway. The three roads that make up the highway are British Columbia Highway 97, Yukon Highway 1 and Alaska Route 2.

What ID do you need to drive across the US border?

United States Passport Card. Trusted Traveler Cards – NEXUS, SENTRI, or FAST. State or Provincial Issued Enhanced Driver’s License or Enhanced Identification Card – EDL / EIC.

What identification do I need to cross the Mexican border?

U.S. citizens must present a valid U.S. passport book or card, in addition to an entry permit (Forma Migratoria Multiple or FMM) issued by Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM). Travelers should be sure to enter Mexico with valid proof of automobile registration, even if remaining in the border zone.

Can you drive to Alaska from the lower 48?

Drive the Alaska-Canada Highway The most direct route to Alaska is to get on the Alaska-Canada Highway (AlCan) in Dawson Creek, BC. If you’re coming from the middle or Eastern half of the lower 48 and you want to get there as fast as possible, head west in the US before going north to hop on the AlCan.

Can I use my TWIC card to cross the border?

Yes. The new card meets TSA security standards for valid identification, and a valid unexpired TWIC® can be used to board planes. TSA officers are trained to recognize the TWIC® as an acceptable form of identification.

Do you need a passport to drive to Alaska?

U.S. citizens flying between another state and Alaska do not need a passport. However, those driving through Canada or traveling on a ferry or cruise ship with stops in Canada are required to carry one. Yes. A valid passport is required for travel to/ from Alaska. But not just for those who are driving through Canada.

Is it possible to fly from Alaska to Washington without a passport?

Yes. There is a foreign country in between Alaska and Washington called Canada. To enter the USA from Canada at a surface crossing, you need a passport or an enhanced driver’s licence, whether you are American or not. You could, in theory, fly from Alaska to the lower 48 without a passport, as you never set foot inside Canada.

Can I drive through Yukon as an Alaska resident?

Habitual residents of Alaska who drive through Yukon to get to another part of Alaska or return to their place of residence are exempt from pre-entry and arrival testing. You must remain in your vehicle while passing through Canada.

Where can I get a Real ID card in Alaska?

REAL ID driver’s licenses – generally marked with a star on the upper portion of the card – are available at your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles. Remember, if you’re traveling anywhere in the United States – including Alaska – after May 3, 2023, you’ll need REAL ID-compliant identification to go through TSA checkpoints.