Biden Administration Proposes Two-Year Delay for REAL ID Enforcement

The new deadline for full compliance is now May 2027, with a phased approach to implementation starting in 2025.

The Department of Homeland Security has proposed extending the REAL ID enforcement deadline from May 2025 to May 2027.
This extension aims to mitigate potential operational disruptions, public impact, and security vulnerabilities.
Only 56% of state-issued IDs are currently REAL ID-compliant, with over 124 million Americans still needing to update their identification.
The Transportation Security Administration suggests a phased approach, starting with warnings and progressive consequences for non-compliance.
The public has until October 15, 2024, to submit comments on the proposed delay.