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Starting May 2025: Real ID Required for Domestic Flights

4/28/2025

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Beginning May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers will need a Real ID-compliant driver's license or a passport to board domestic flights. Failing to present these IDs could lead to frustrating delays or even denied access at security checkpoints. To secure a Real ID, individuals must gather specific documents and visit their local DMV.

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Story summary

Beginning May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers will need a Real ID-compliant driver's license or a passport to board domestic flights. Failing to present these IDs could lead to frustrating delays or even denied access at security checkpoints. To secure a Real ID, individuals must gather specific documents and visit their local DMV.