Listen up, darlings—Ms. Rizzlerina is here to spill the travel tea, TSA-style, and as always, we’re flying first class in flair. Gather ’round, jet-setters and discount divas alike, because there’s some runway-worthy drama going down at your local airport. And no, it’s not about Kim K’s carry-on glam squad or Harry Styles’ in-flight playlist. It’s about something far juicier: the Great Costco Card Conundrum at TSA. Buckle up, babes—this turbulence is tasty.
Picture this: you’re strutting into the airport, suitcase rolling behind you like a glam squad assistant, sunglasses on, lip gloss popping—serving airport chic realness. And suddenly, you realize… where is your ID?! *Cue dramatic gasp and clutching of pearls.* You dig through your designer tote, flinging out gum wrappers, an old Sephora receipt, and a rogue false lash, until—ah ha! There it is. Your trusty Costco membership card. It’s sturdy. It’s got your photo. It practically screams “VIP, but make it warehouse.” So the question is… can this bulk-buy beauty get you past the TSA checkpoint?
Tempting, I know. But darling, prepare to have your glam crushed faster than a red carpet under Cardi B’s heels—because the answer is a big ol’ no. That’s right, glamour globetrotters: the TSA does not accept your Costco card as valid identification.
TSA took to the interwebs with a “just so we’re clear” moment that would make even Kris Jenner nod in approval. They clarified that while your Costco card may score you 96 rolls of Charmin for $12.99, it will not, under any circumstance, get you through airport security. Not even if you flash a wink and spritz your signature scent.
According to the official TSA guidelines (yes, I read them so you don’t have to—you’re welcome), acceptable IDs include good ol’ reliable options like a state-issued driver’s license, passport, U.S. military ID, or a Department of Homeland Security trusted traveler card. But your glamorous little photo on a glorified shopping pass? Afraid not, darling.
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “But it has my name and picture!” And sure, that worked back in college when you convinced the club bouncer your gym card was a passport to fun. But TSA? They’re playing a different game. And it’s called Federal Security Protocols—not Hot Girl Boarding Group A.
But don’t panic, sparkle squad. If you find yourself ID-less at the airport, TSA *might* still let you through—but only after putting you through a rigorous identity verification process that makes the Met Gala dress code look like a wink and a wave. Expect questions. Phone calls. Possibly a full-facial glam check. So if you’re not ready to explain the last five places you’ve lived while wearing Crocs and carrying a neck pillow, don’t test your luck.
In sum? Save the Costco card for your Sunday run of rotisserie chicken and 80-pack energy drinks. When it comes to travel, channel your inner VIP and keep that approved ID close—preferably in a bedazzled clutch, because we stay fabulous, fully prepped, and photo-ready.
And remember, TSA agents may not accept your Costco card… but they’ll accept your killer outfit, your fierce confidence, and a little kindness. Work it through that metal detector like it’s Fashion Week, baby.
Stay fabulous, stay fly, and let the gossip roll.
– Ms. Rizzlerina 💋✨
