US EditionReal ID Act Enforcement Begins for Domestic Air Travel
- The REAL ID requirements for domestic air travel in the United States began on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.
- The enforcement followed nearly 20 years of delays since the 2005 law was signed to improve identification security after 9/11.
- On the first day, airports including LaGuardia, Phoenix Sky Harbor, and Nashville reported security line wait times from no wait to under 20 minutes, while some DMV offices saw long lines as travelers sought REAL IDs.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem reported that most travelers—about four out of five—possess REAL IDs, and TSA confirmed that those without this identification will still be permitted to fly after undergoing extra identity verification and screening.
- The enforcement may cause delays for some travelers, but agencies encouraged people to arrive early, plan ahead, and continue working with states and airports to ease the transition.
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Real I.D. implemented for all domestic flights in United States
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TSA begins REAL ID enforcement; What travelers need to know
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