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Real ID Deadline Approaches as U.S. Residents Face Final Push for Compliance

With the May 7, 2025 deadline weeks away, officials emphasize obtaining Real ID-compliant identification to avoid travel disruptions and ensure access to federal facilities.

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Passengers stand in line at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, U.S., January 31, 2025. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon/File Photo
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US citizens must make sure they have a driver's license or identification card that complies with Real ID by May 7, 2025, the federal Real ID deadline, in order to board domestic flights or access certain federal facilities.

Overview

  • Starting May 7, 2025, U.S. residents must have a Real ID-compliant driver’s license or an accepted alternative for domestic flights and federal facility access.
  • Enhanced Driver’s Licenses (EDLs) issued in five states—Washington, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, and Vermont—are valid alternatives to Real ID for domestic travel.
  • Travelers without a Real ID or EDL can use valid passports or DHS Trusted Traveler cards, such as Global Entry, to board domestic flights.
  • To obtain a Real ID, applicants must provide original or certified documents proving identity, Social Security number, and residency, and schedule an appointment with their state DMV.
  • DMVs across the U.S. are experiencing high demand as residents rush to meet the compliance deadline, with officials urging immediate action to avoid delays.