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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Marie Joy Toledo

What Is The TSA Shoe Rules For? Some US Airports Will No Longer Require This 2006 Security Measure

US airport eases TSA shoe removal rule in 2025 (Credit: Unsplash)

Passengers flying through some US airports no longer need to remove their shoes at security. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has started phasing out the 2006 rule, thanks to improved screening technology and updated threat assessments.

Why the TSA Introduced the Shoe Removal Rule in 2006

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