Real IDs are required to fly in the United States (well, kind of). Following two decades of bureaucratic groundwork since the ...

As of May 7, a Real ID compliant license is needed to fly within the U.S. But you can use other options such as a passport or ...

There are people who still need to upgrade to a REAL ID for upcoming travel—and where there is urgency, there is opportunity ...

As of May 7, 2025, travelers need a Real ID-compliant license or another accepted form of identification, like a passport, to board federally regulated commercial aircraft and access certain federal ...

The time has come. Starting Wednesday, passengers nationwide must a use state-issued ID or license that is “REAL ID” ...

The prospect of getting a REAL ID online depends on what state you are in. Here's what to know as the May 7 enforcement ...

Standard ID cards, which are still valid for all other purposes outside of domestic flights and entering federal buildings, ...

According to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), people without a Real ID may still be allowed to board flights ...

Acceptable alternatives to a Real ID include a state-issued enhanced driver's license, U.S. passport or passport card, DHS-trusted traveler cards (such as Global Entry or Nexus), U.S. Department of ...

Laura Hruby, director of Consular Affairs at the State Department's Office of Public and Congressional Affairs, discusses the ...

If you aren’t sure whether your driver’s license or state ID has a gold star in a circle, you might want to double- check ...

It's now mandatory for all adults boarding a domestic flight. Learn about extra security screenings, exceptions, and how to ...