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Get your REAL ID gold star by May 7, 2025: A REAL ID is a gold star on your driver’s license or identification (ID) card that’s a federally accepted form of identification, sometimes referred to as a "verified" ID. Learn more. 

Real ID Deadline April 2025

Real ID Deadline April 2025

 

April 9, 2025
For Immediate Release

 

RESIDENTS URGED TO OBTAIN A REAL ID AHEAD OF UPCOMING DEADLINE
The Deadline to get a REAL ID is May 7, 2025

 

Beginning May 7, 2025, travelers will need either a REAL ID or a U.S. passport to board a domestic flight or access certain federal facilities. Without a REAL ID, residents may face delays or may be denied entry.

Residents should be advised, not having a REAL ID does not impact one’s ability to drive or travel by vehicle from state to state. 

What you need to know:

  • What is a Real ID? In 2005, Congress passed the REAL ID Act to combat identity fraud and create a more secure verification standard for citizens. REAL ID is the federal standard for verifying ones ID. 
  • Who needs a REAL ID? If you travel by plane, or visit military bases or federal buildings, you’ll need either a REAL ID or a U.S. passport. (Learn more about acceptable forms of ID.)
  • How do I know if I have a REAL ID? Real IDs have a star in the upper right-hand corner.
  • Can I wait until the deadline? Your new license or ID will be mailed to you; they are not issued on-the-spot. Residents are urged to plan accordingly. 
  • Where can I get a REAL ID? You can obtain a REAL ID at your local DMV or partner location. Select DMV locations will have appointments available on Mondays. 
  • Is further guidance available? Residents can visit dhs.gov/real-id to learn more. 

For more information on how to obtain a REAL ID, and to learn about the required documents, visit our site. 

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