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The REAL ID deadline has passed, but other forms of identification are accepted for air travel. REAL IDs are still required for accessing certain federal facilities. You can still get a REAL ID ...
It's a nightmare for any traveler: getting to the airport and not having their ID. For many Americans, a version of that headache will become a reality starting today when the federal government ...
Michigan officials say more than 150,000 state residents have upgraded their licenses to become "Real ID" compliant ahead of the May 7, 2025 deadline. But with the deadline finally here ...
Most people get their driver's license and only go to the RMV every five years to get it renewed, so it's possible you missed getting a license with a REAL ID. Starting May 7, people 18 years old ...
May 7 is the deadline to have a REAL ID if you intend to board a commercial plane. There are alternatives to a REAL ID, including having a passport. Here's how to tell if your Florida driver ...
The time has come. Travelers flying within the US starting Wednesday must use a state-issued ID that is “REAL ID compliant” or be subject to further screening. Things seemed to be operating ...
The nationwide enforcement of the REAL ID kicks in today, meaning travelers will need the updated form of identification or an authorized alternative to fly within the U.S. But there's no need to ...
Travelers will still be able to fly without a REAL ID, officials said this week, but they may face extra scrutiny at the airport. In Illinois, a last-minute surge in REAL ID-seekers left Secretary ...
Real ID is a driver's license or state ID card marked with a star or other symbol depending on the state. In Georgia, just check for a black or gold star in the upper-right hand corner.
Passengers without REAL IDs may still be able to fly with another approved document. The REAL ID deadline is Wednesday, May 7. The day has finally arrived. REAL IDs are going into effect on May 7.
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – State DMV officials are warning of lines at both the airport and DMV offices ahead of Wednesday’s REAL ID deadline. Chris Crabb with Oregon DMV said if you do not have ...
The long-awaited Real ID deadline takes effect on Wednesday, May 7. As of April, 81% of flyers were already prepared for the new requirements, the TSA said. It's still possible to fly if you don't ...