Don’t have a REAL ID yet? That could cause you travel headaches after May 7
- Starting Wednesday, May 7, 2025, U.S. Travelers must use REAL ID-compliant licenses or accepted alternatives to fly domestically and enter federal buildings.
- The 2005 REAL ID Act followed a 9/11 Commission recommendation to set federal standards for state-issued IDs but faced many delays and postponements.
- By late April, 81% of TSA checkpoint travelers presented acceptable IDs, while those without REAL IDs risk delays, extra screening, or security checkpoint denial.
- REAL ID cards usually display a gold or black star, and some states issue "Enhanced" IDs accepted as REAL ID alternatives for land and sea border crossings.
- The new enforcement may cause travel disruptions for millions, and travelers should confirm their ID status and required documents on their state DMV website.
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REAL ID takes effect in Arkansas. So, what if I don’t have one?
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - The REAL ID system is now in effect in Arkansas. Though May 7 is the enforcement date, TSA Acting Deputy Administrator Adam Stahl said those who do not have a REAL ID can go through extra screening at the airport to board a flight. "If you do show up with a non-compliant state-issued ID, you will be okay. It just may take some additional time for screening. So, we do urge folks to plan accordingly and leave a little extra tim…
Real ID rules for domestic flights start May 7
ST. LOUIS - May 7 marks the beginning of the new federal Real ID requirements for flying by plane domestically in the United States. The Department of Homeland Security’s website looks to make the process easy for those to navigate. Those who visit the website will be taken straight to the DMV’s page, which contains a list of items for individuals to have when getting their Real ID. Identifiers, such as your birth certificate, social security ca…
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