Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) has implemented support for mobile driver’s licenses and state identification cards stored in Apple Wallet for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) verification at its security checkpoints, joining a growing number of U.S. jurisdictions embracing digital identification technology.
The new digital ID verification capability allows eligible travelers to present their Ohio state-issued driver’s licenses or identification cards directly from their Apple devices when passing through TSA security screening, rather than requiring physical credentials. The implementation follows successful deployments in other states, including Maryland and California, where residents have already been using digital IDs through Apple Wallet.
The implementation represents part of a broader technological modernization of identity verification processes at U.S. airports. The system enables TSA officers to verify travelers’ identities through their mobile devices, potentially reducing processing times at security checkpoints. The technology complies with the ISO 18013-5 standard for mobile driving licenses, ensuring interoperability and security across different platforms and jurisdictions.
The acceptance of mobile IDs at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport represents an ongoing transition toward digital credentials in air travel security protocols. The change supports the TSA’s broader initiative to enhance security while improving passenger experience, as demonstrated by their expanding digital ID program across multiple states.
The digital ID verification process uses the secure storage capabilities of Apple Wallet, where users can add their state-issued identification credentials. When presenting identification at TSA checkpoints, travelers can use their mobile devices to share their credentials with TSA officers for verification. The system employs advanced encryption and privacy protection measures to ensure secure data transmission.
Cleveland Hopkins joins a growing number of U.S. airports implementing mobile ID acceptance as part of efforts to streamline security procedures while maintaining verification standards. The development comes as the industry prepares for the implementation of REAL ID requirements and the broader adoption of Digital Travel Credentials (DTCs) in air travel.
Sources: WKYC, News5Cleveland
Follow Us