When are real id required to fly

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MAY 2, 2022

Millions of Californians are already onboard with a REAL ID

When are real id required to fly
Sacramento – If you still need a REAL ID, you have one year before the U.S. Department of Homeland Security will require federally accepted identification, like a REAL ID or valid passport, to board a flight within the United States or visit secure federal facilities and military bases. A REAL ID may be your most important carry-on starting May 3, 2023.

Go to REALID.dmv.ca.gov to start your application and upload your documents before visiting a DMV office to complete the process. You will need to provide one proof of identity, two proofs of California residency, and your Social Security number. A bear and star on your driver’s license or identification card indicates you have a REAL ID.

“The California DMV has taken many steps to make getting a REAL ID as easy and convenient as possible,” said DMV Director Steve Gordon. “By going online to fill out the application and upload necessary documents, customers can get in and out of a field office in minutes. I encourage Californians to get their REAL ID now to beat the expected rush as the federal enforcement deadline draws closer.”

As of April 1, 2022, nearly 13 million Californians have upgraded to a REAL ID, which is easy to do when you renew.

You may not need a REAL ID to fly or enter secure federal buildings if you currently have a valid passport, military ID, Global Entry Card or other federally approved document. While a passport may allow you to fly within the U.S., a REAL ID does not replace a passport for international travel.

To get a REAL ID for the first time, you will need to visit a field office to finalize your application and take a new photo. Most field offices statewide have appointments within seven days and you may check office wait times online before going.

Recently, the DMV has taken many steps to offer more digital services. Most DMV tasks do not require an office visit. The DMV encourages customers to use its online services and other service channels to complete transactions, including vehicle registration renewals. Customers can also use the Service Advisor on the DMV website to learn their options to complete DMV tasks.

With more customers using online services, DMV offices have more space to accommodate Californians who need a REAL ID or otherwise have to visit an office.

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Beginning May 2023, to fly within the United States or to enter a federal office, you will need the Real ID

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended the REAL ID full enforcement date from October 1, 2021 to May 3, 2023, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Beginning May 3, 2023, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or identification card, or another TSA-acceptable form of identification, for domestic air travel and to enter certain federal facilities.

This page is operated by the Department of Developmental Services. DDS does not issue REAL IDs. To begin the process of getting a REAL ID, please refer to the Massachusetts REAL ID page.

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3 May 2021

Real ID is required May 3, 2023

REAL ID deadline extended.

Due to circumstances resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Homeland Security has extended the REAL ID enforcement deadline. The new deadline for REAL ID enforcement is May 3, 2023. Read the announcement.

Beginning May 3, 2023, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States.


Real ID  Rolling Out- Formulated in the wake of September 11 and passed by Congress in 2005, the REAL ID Act was passed to “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.” Starting October 1, 2021, every state and territory resident will need to present a REAL ID-compliant license/ID or another acceptable form of identification (like a passport or passport card) for accessing federal facilities — including boarding commercial aircraft. Oregon has not created a Real ID compliant license yet but the DMV is planning a roll out Mid-2020. It is highly likely that there will a back log due to high demand so the DMV is encouraging travelers to acquire other acceptable forms of ID, such as a passport. You will not need a Real ID if you plan to travel using a passport as identification, but if you want to use only your state issued ID for traveling you will need a Real ID compliant license or identification card. For more information please visit: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/oregon.

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Can I still fly in the US without a REAL ID?

Starting May 3, 2023, every traveler will need to present a REAL ID-compliant license or an acceptable form of identification to fly within the U.S. Passengers who do not present an acceptable form of identification will not be permitted through the security checkpoint.

Do I need a REAL ID to fly in 2022 california?

Mark your calendars, Americans: As of May 3, 2023, all domestic travelers will be required to have REAL ID-compliant identification (or an approved alternative such as a U.S. passport) in order to board commercial flights.

Can I fly without a REAL ID OK?

You are not required to get an Oklahoma REAL ID compliant license or identification card; however, if you plan to fly domestically or access federal facilities or military bases after May 3, 2023, you must have a REAL ID compliant license or identification card or another acceptable form of identification such as a ...

Do I need a passport to fly domestic in US 2022?

As of October 2022, there are no states that require passports from U.S. citizens to fly domestically. Your airline or the TSA should never ask you to present a valid passport. Of course, you can always carry it with you for additional photo identification in case you lose your other forms of ID.