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The Clock Is Ticking! Get REAL ID Ready

April 03, 2025

Starting May 7, 2025, all travelers will need to present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another approved form of identification to go through TSA checkpoints. If you haven’t already, now is the time to visit your local DMV to make sure you’re prepared.

What is a REAL ID?

The REAL ID Act was passed by Congress in 2005 to establish minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards. This security change is the result of the REAL ID Act of 2005, which set minimum standards and security enhancements for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification and prohibits federal agencies, like TSA, from accepting licenses or identification cards from states that do not meet these standards.

Since REAL ID driver’s licenses and identification have been available for some time, many travelers may already meet the new security standards. In most states, travelers will be able to tell if they are REAL ID compliant because the identification cards are marked with a star.

How to get your REAL ID:

Visit your local DMV website to find the specific requirements for obtaining a REAL ID in your state. Start preparing now to ensure you’re ready by the deadline of May 7, 2025!

For more information visit REALIDReady.com or check the TSA webpage for the latest updates.