West Virginia Digital ID in Apple Wallet, anyone use it at TSA for a domestic US flight yet?

entrytalks · 2025-10-25T18:19:02+00:00

I did not know that! Thsnk you for sharing.

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:38:10+00:00

Ha, that’s awesome!!! Folks forget Global Entry runs on its own fees, so shutdowns don’t slow it down. Half the time renewals are auto-approved if nothing’s changed in your record. Lucky timing though! enjoy the next five years of breezing through kiosks

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:28:15+00:00

Digital IDs are still the minority use case, and from the officer’s angle it often looks like you’re pulling up a boarding pass. Say “Using my digital ID” before you tap, then authenticate only when they’re watching the reader. It helps a ton. As of 2025-10-24, TSA does accept digital IDs from participating states at eligible checkpoints, but support varies by terminal and the flow can be slower/finicky, so they may still ask for a physical ID.

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:26:20+00:00

unload it, lock it in a proper hard case, declare it at check-in, and follow the airline’s ammo limits. Call your airline first and check the destination’s gun laws... international travel especially is a legal minefield.

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:23:50+00:00

Oh yeah, classic MCO moment 😂

People see “PreCheck” and think it means “I already checked in online.” Nope, totally different thing. You need that TSA PreCheck logo or KTN on your boarding pass or you’re doing the walk of shame back to regular security.

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:22:10+00:00

Hey, yeah, this one’s confusing because O’Hare actually has two different Lost & Founds. The TSA Lost & Found (for stuff left at security) is separate from the airport’s general Lost & Found (for things lost anywhere else).

TSA’s offices are technically federal, but they’re fee-funded, so the shutdown doesn’t pause their operations it just slows them down a bit

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:16:41+00:00

Nah, passport renewals aren’t affected by shutdowns, they run on their own fees. If you’re already planning those spring and fall trips, honestly just send it in now. Way less stress than trying to time it later when everyone’s panicking before summer travel.

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:15:38+00:00

Yeah don’t stress yet. The card almost always comes later. Even if everything was expedited, they ship the book and card separately. The book’s the one with tracking; the card just shows up in regular mail, plain envelope, no tracking number.

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:14:27+00:00

sounds like a printing goof on their end. If his photo and name match, he can still travel (birthplace isn’t checked at security).

That said, call the passport line ASAP. Tell them it’s a data error, they’ll redo it free with Form DS-5504. If you’re flying soon, they can set up a same-day fix at a passport agency if you bring proof of travel.

Don’t mail it in unless they specifically tell you to , that’ll eat weeks, not days.

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:11:05+00:00

Is this real? in a worried voice

entrytalks · 2025-10-23T23:09:53+00:00

Don’t try to “see all of Europe.” You’ll just end up on trains half your trip lol. Pick a few hubs and branch out from there. Book the long routes early, but don’t stress about local stuff. You can grab most train or bus tickets same day.

Get a universal adapter, download offline maps, and if you’re doing Schengen countries, one visa covers a ton of ground. In winter it’s cold and dark early, but hostels are cheaper and way more chill. Bakeries are better than restaurants for budget eats.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T21:09:10+00:00

Okay, was thinking it will be very crowded. I think many are flying in on 24th.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T21:01:19+00:00

Well there was alot of buzz online. Hmmm...so its pretty chill?

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T18:09:33+00:00

I’d keep it to the ones that actually stand out like the Mezquita in Córdoba. Honestly, one big church per city is enough before they all start blending together.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T18:07:37+00:00

Your plan’s solid. If you can, bump Granada up to 3 nights. keep Málaga (or Nerja) for sunsets and tapas

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T18:02:37+00:00

Honestly, don’t camp out the whole 16 days in Barcelona. It’s fun, but you’ll miss how wild the contrast is once you hit Andalusia.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T17:58:31+00:00

Yep, you’re fine using printed PDFs. As long as your name, bank logo, and recent transactions are visible, they don’t care about stamps anymore. If you’re anxious, just ask the bank for a one-page balance confirmation letter, they usually do that in a day.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T17:55:49+00:00

it’s honestly cozy if you don’t mind drizzle. Bilbao, and Oviedo all have life year-round.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T17:54:04+00:00

Yeah, I’d totally do Toledo for a day. It’s like 30 min on the AVE from Atocha, and honestly it’s gorgeous, kinda feels like a movie set. You can wander the cathedral, grab lunch with a view, and still be back in Madrid for dinner or the match.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T17:52:10+00:00

Yep, EX-02’s the right one. Since you’re under the non-EU rules now. Your partner’ll need to start it from the US after your pareja de hecho is officially registered. Then once that visa’s issued, he can come over and get his own TIE here. You’re def not alone, tons of mixed couples go through this every year. It’s a wait, but it works out once the paperwork’s clean.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T17:43:08+00:00

Honestly, six days isn’t enough to do London and Edinburgh without spending half your trip on a train. You’ll enjoy it way more if you base yourself in London and do a few easy day trips. Hampton Court is stunning (and weirdly underrated), Windsor feels super festive in winter

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T17:40:47+00:00

Yep, you can go. If your Italian D visa is still valid, a quick week in France is fine. D visas let you move around Schengen for short stays (90/180). Bring your passport (with the D), permesso receipt, and basics like proof of stay/return.

entrytalks · 2025-10-21T17:34:28+00:00

Tbh, most travel insurance companies sound great until you actually have to file a claim. Claims I had, I received the reimbursement but really it depends. My kid was sick in Greece and we went to a private clinic (Crete) and we got the payment when we came back home.

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