New York DMV announces Mobile ID app to speed up airport security. How to register.

NEW YORK — New York’s new Mobile ID app is intended to make going through airport security a little smoother.

The Department of Motor Vehicles unveiled the app on Tuesday, saying New Yorkers can now keep a digital copy of their physical ID on their phone. At the airport, the app will also display your boarding pass.

Transportation Security Administration officials say it’s another way to reduce wait times.

“Not only will we have verified that you are who you say you are and that the ID you gave us was legitimate, but we will also have all the information about your flight – the date, time, number of flight,” said Robert Duffy, TSA’s federal security director.

How does New York Mobile ID work?

Users start by downloading the free app from the App Store or Google Play and uploading a photo of their ID.

Once at the airport, users will turn on their Bluetooth, open the app, then place their phone at the TSA security checkpoint.

TSA agents will take your photo, which authorities say is not on file, to verify your identity. Once verified, you will then proceed to the security check.

The agency notes that travelers should always bring their physical ID with them, in case their digital identity cannot be verified.

Watch the TSA instruction video for more information.

Map shows where you can use Mobile ID

New Yorkers can use their Mobile ID at LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport, as well as dozens of other airports across the country.

Other major airports that accept the app include Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Miami International Airport, Denver International Airport, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport.

DMV officials say Mobile ID will also comply with Real ID requirements will take effect in May 2025.

“If you have a real ID, if you have an enhanced ID, if you’re an organ donor, a veteran, all of those things are on the mobile ID,” Lisa said Koumjian, DMV deputy communications commissioner.

View TSA’s interactive map of participating airports here.