Don't Get Left Behind! Everything You Need to Know About The REAL ID PART 1
- priscilla4070
- Apr 15
- 1 min read
When was the last time you renewed your driver’s license or state ID? If it’s been a minute, or if you don’t have that little gold star in the corner of your card, make an appointment because you need a new one. Effective May 7, 2025, US citizens will need a real ID to travel domestically in Airports or enter federal buildings within the US.
What Exactly is Real ID?
In the wake of the 9/11 attacks, the federal government passed the Real ID Act in 2005 to establish minimum security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards. 1 The goal is to make identity documents more secure and less susceptible to fraud. Over the years, the Real ID deadline has been pushed back, but no more - now is the time that everyone must have one to travel and/or enter federal buildings.
How to Get Your Real ID
Getting a Real ID involves an in-person visit to your state's DMV. You'll generally need to bring documents proving your:
Identity (e.g., current license, passport, birth certificate).
Social Security number (e.g., Social Security card, W-2).
U.S. residency (two documents like utility bills or bank statements).
Key Tips:
Check your state's DMV website for exact requirements.
Gather documents early.
Make an appointment if possible.
Be prepared to pay a fee.
Don't wait! Get your Real ID now to avoid future travel hassles.
Check your state's requirements today and stay tuned for our next blog on acceptable forms of the Real ID - it's not just your ID or Drivers License.
-PRISSI
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