Starting May 7, 2025, travelers flying domestically in the US must possess a Real ID or an alternative such as a passport. The Real ID initiative was established as part of the recommendations from the 9/11 Commission post-September 11 attacks and was signed into law in 2005. Although it faced numerous delays, the current deadline has shown no signs of change. Real IDs feature a star in the upper right corner of licenses and vary slightly by state. For details on obtaining a Real ID, visit the Department of Homeland Security's webpage.
The requirement for Real ID is a federal regulation that ensures enhanced security for air travel, a change prompted by the 9/11 Commission's recommendations.
Even without a Real ID, travelers can still board flights if they possess a valid passport or other acceptable forms of identification as per TSA guidelines.
The implementation of the Real ID standard is a necessary update to identification requirements for air travel, initially proposed after the September 11 attacks.
To comply with the new regulations, travelers must ensure their licenses are updated or have alternative identification ready before the May 7, 2025 deadline.
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