During the online REAL ID application process, you will be prompted to upload documents that prove identity (e.g., valid passport or birth certificate) and residency (e.g., utility bill, bank statement).

Nov 13, 2025 · Check to see if your driver’s license or state ID is REAL ID-compliant. Learn why and how to upgrade to a REAL ID for air travel and more.

Let’s walk through what a REAL ID is, the common REAL ID requirements, how to get one, and what the process looks like in key states like California, New Jersey, and Maryland.

2 days ago · Travelers in the U.S. can fly with either a REAL ID or passport, but the two are not interchangeable. What to know.

Conceived in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the Real ID law requires people to show security-enhanced IDs to pass through airport security checkpoints or to enter certain federal facilities, such …

May 7, 2025 · Starting May 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. Find out if you’re REAL ID ready with our interactive tool!

Feb 20, 2025 · Apply for a REAL ID or DL using the DMV online portal. A California REAL ID or DL can be used for travel, proof of residency, personal identification, and other legal purposes.

May 7, 2025 · A California issued REAL ID driver’s license or identification card meets these new requirements and is marked with a golden bear and star. Applying for a REAL ID requires proof of …

On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. Find out if you’re REAL ID ready with our interactive tool, or select your state or …

Frequently asked questions and answers regarding the implementation of the REAL ID Act. The REAL ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the …