Starting May 7, 2025, travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card to board domestic flights.
REAL IDs, introduced after the 9/11 attacks, require proof of legal name, birth date, Social Security number, residency, and two forms of address verification. Compliant IDs feature a star symbol, while non-compliant ones display “Federal Limits Apply.”
To obtain a REAL ID, check with your local DMV for specific documentation requirements. Alternatives, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, will still be accepted for air travel if you don’t have a REAL ID.
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