In less than a month, Americans and permanent residents will only be able to pass through airport security or enter a federal government building if they have a Real ID. Most states are not yet fully ...

With so many changes across the government in recent weeks, including thousands of federal workforce layoffs, some Americans are wondering if they will have to get a Real ID in two months. "Do i still ...

Passengers and crew walk to a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoint while traveling at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, on November 26, 2025.

The Transportation Security Administration says the Real ID deadline is May 7. The Real ID requirements were established after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Enforcement of the new ...

(NEXSTAR) — In less than five months, the airport security process is set to change — at least sort of. There’s a good chance you will not be impacted at all, but federal officials want you to prepare ...

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Starting May 7, a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or alternative acceptable identification is required for air travel and access to most federal facilities. REAL ID enhances security by requiring ...

Travelers will soon be required to present REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another federally-approved identification for domestic air travel, but married individuals who have changed their names ...

Officers at US airport security checkpoints will be looking for REAL IDs come Wednesday, when enforcement of the new documentation begins. But travelers who don’t have one will still be allowed to ...

Due to a security law passed 20 years ago, many Americans are now required to update their driver’s license or identification cards to become REAL ID-compliant — or they won’t be able to board U.S.

After nearly 20 years of delays, the Real ID deadline is finally here. Beginning May 7, Americans planning to travel domestically are required to use the enhanced form of identification. The ...

As the deadline for Real ID approaches, many Americans are racing to secure the necessary identification for domestic air travel and access to federal buildings. With appointment delays and high ...