Do you have a REAL ID or other federally accepted ID for travel?
REAL ID Now Required for U.S. Flights — Are You Ready for the May 2025 Deadline?
As of May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must present a REAL ID or another federally approved form of identification (like a valid passport) to board domestic flights or enter certain federal facilities. The REAL ID is a driver’s license or ID card that meets enhanced security standards set by the Department of Homeland Security. Illinois and other states now require residents to bring specific documents to the DMV to get one, including proof of identity, Social Security number, and two proofs of residency. Without a REAL ID, travelers may be subject to delays or even denied boarding — unless they pay a new $45 TSA processing fee set to begin in February 2026. Do you already have your travel documents in order? ([source](https://www.tsa.gov/real-id?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
Options
- Yes — I have a REAL ID
- Yes — I use a passport instead
- No — still need to get one
- I don’t travel by plane