The DL/ID you received does contain the upgraded security features that meet many federal requirements, but you must supply federally mandated identity documents to apply for a REAL ID DL/ID. A passport card can be used for entering the U.S. at land border crossings and sea ports of entry from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda. Hope this helps! In a move aimed to help more people receive their REAL IDs before the May 7, 2025, deadline, the DHS passed the REAL ID Modernization Act that allows you to submit your identification documents electronically. How long after I apply for a Real ID, should I receive it in California? Please refer to the other TSA-approved forms of ID that weve noted in the article. Visit a Secretary of State Driver Services Facility. Hi Christy. The only exception to this is if you have an enhanced drivers license more on this below! Not for Real ID Act purposes means that the ID cant be used for identification for a domestic flight (from May 7, 2025) or to enter a federal facility such as a military base. We live in Wisconsin and my husband was told by the DMV that he cant get a Real ID because he spent a month in jail for a DWI. You can also still attend jury duty. My DL/ID expires before May 3, 2023. You can renew your license and choose to get a REAL ID in March 2021. A REAL ID card will cost the same as a driver's license, $30, or a state ID, $20. Hi Diana, the REAL ID requirements apply to where your license was issued (in your case, Virginia), not where you are flying. Can she use this non-compliant ID to travel to New York next month without any hassle? Can I fly out with my current ID? PS: Dont slack as I didI have an invalid ID right nowAnd will for a few more weeks, at least. Thanks for reading! Best of luck to you Jonathan! Likewise, if I drive over the border to Charlotte NC, can I do the same? No, a REAL ID functions the same way as your state license, therefore you will still need your passport to travel to Canada. Thank you for the info. I see this being a big security issue. This simply means setting federal guidelines for identification cards to make them more secure and difficult to duplicate or forge. This is the one weve addressed in this article. for all international travel. Under Review means they are reviewing the extension. My question is kind of related. Yes, you will be able to use your current license as ID to travel domestically until the new requirements kick in on October 1, 2020. I do know that NY has a US Flag that signifies an enhanced license. You can still use your state ID until then for domestic flights. My current license shows a (white) star with a black outline or border. You said that right! As a surprise, our children are flying my wife and me from TX to CA on Aug 15. If you see this, then youre good to go. Hi Hedsue, the REAL ID travel requirements dont kick in until Oct. 1, 2020, so your friend would be fine to fly domestically with her ID in September. You are not required to get a REAL ID if you choose not to. These can be obtained or renewed to achieve REAL ID status with the same documentation required for drivers licenses. This card might also be best for someone who has a valid U.S. passport, U.S. passport card or military ID to use for federal purposes such as flying and visiting military bases and secure federal facilities. It was mentioned in the article that Washington was one of the states that seem to be a little different. It was aimed at eliminating airline terrorism by increasing requirements to obtain documents granting access to domestic planes. In Maryland at least, Real ID is a requirement, not an option. Hi Dan we cant verify this as we arent associated with the Department of Homeland Security, who is responsible for implementing the REAL ID Act. Hi Brenda! I am in tears. Wait this is a very confusing article. When applying for a REAL ID, does it also count as a drivers license? A REAL ID DL/ID is optional. Can I travel with my foreign passport domestically after October 2020? Hi Kim, your REAL ID validity is the same as your state-issued licenses validity. The expiration dates for drivers licenses, ID cards and learners permits have been extended until July 31, 2022. This will vary by state but is generally less than $60. The cost of a REAL ID varies by state. A REAL ID is one valid form of identification you can use in order to fly. I have barely got by all my life and finally pulled myself up enough to start this new career and because of this simple easy to see situation am going to lose it all. The Illinois REAL IDs will have a star in a gold circle at the top right corner, which indicates that it is federally compliant (example below). Yes, you can fly with your regular license until October 1st, 2020. Im just wondering if Im going to have to double pay since NY renewal is every 8 years. Hi Beth, thanks for letting us know. I am in Maryland and the Maryland MVA basically told me I am out of luck because I do not have two residency proofs because of my job and bill situation. Meaning if your green cards expiration date is 9 months from the time of application then your Real IDs expiration will also be 9 months from that date and you would have to renew your Real ID at that time. Thanks again. For more information on documentation that TSA agents will accept, visit www.TSA.gov. REAL ID disabled ID cards will expire in eight years. Its all about revenue. As I am a homeless person born in Minnesota who lost my citizenship through this catch 22 I will shortly be blocked from freedom of movement and will be unable to access services such as the SSI office. My Texas drivers license is already REAL ID-compliant and I just need to have it renewed. However, there is a surcharge if you are paying with a card. Provide proof of your Social Security number. You will be given a temporary paper ID when you leave the facility. Im only commenting, and my apologies for wasting anyones time if this has been mentioned and is redundant information, but I work for an online travel management company. REAL ID Enforcement: Illinois. Will the Illinois ID be acceptable? ** Hi Joe sorry to hear youre finding this process confusing. IMPORTANT: If your identity document is in a different name, you will need to provide a certified name change document such as a marriage license or court document. Is a REAL ID mandatory? You should be good to go now and past 2020! Is that enough for them to know its me or would they give me a difficult time? - Alex & Erin. If you have a Drivers License from another state, can your Real ID be from a different State? Hello, please be advised we are not the Transportation Security Administration. You dont need a passport necessarily there are a few other valid ID options noted above that you may have? You did mention that you had an enhanced ID this is a type of REAL ID! As noted in the article, states may still obtain an additional extension through 2020, but it is NOT guaranteed. It was never corrected. If I don't apply for a REAL ID DL/ID, what card will I receive? There does not appear to be any information regarding this available online. If so, whether or not you can renew online will depend on your states guidance things your age, number of times youve renewed online, etc. Im a US citizen and am taking a trip to Mexico. Would the DMV issue the REAL ID or License? Once you have these documents you are ready to visit a Secretary of State Facility. Hi Tanya, the Social Security Administration specifically notes that you shouldnt laminate your social security card, so this may be why you had difficulty using this form. Corrected Temporary (90-day) State ID Card: $5 Corrected State ID Card, under age 18: $5 Corrected State ID Card, ages 18-64: $10 Corrected State ID Card, ages 65 and older: Free Active Members of the Armed Services (also spouses/children residing at home) fees: Duplicate License/Permit/State ID Card: Free Fees are subject to legislative change. I have a Calif. Real ID Drivers license and own a house here. to vote, serve on a jury, drive), You dont mind bringing another TSA-approved ID (like a passport) along when you fly starting on May 7, 2025, Proof of identity, such as a certified copy of a U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport, employment authorization document, permanent resident card, or foreign passport with an approved form I-94, Proof of your Social Security number, such as an SSN card, W-2, or paystub with full SSN, 2 proof of residency documents, such as a rental or lease agreement, mortgage bill, utility bill or employment, or medical or school document, If applicable, an original or certified copy of a name change document, such as a marriage certificate or divorce decree, may be required. Depending on your current situation, you may. How much does a REAL ID cost? Who maintains this database? Illinois After providing those documents, residents will receive a temporary paper ID at the facility (although residents are reminded that the TSA will NOT accept that paper ID), and will receive their new ID in the mail within 15 business days. As of today, June 15, 2019, on the CA DMV site, it says, You will need a REAL ID driver license or identification card if you want to continue using your driver license or identification card to do any of the following: Board a flight within the United States **STARTING October 1, 2020,** [EMPHASIS MINE].. You can also use other valid forms of ID such as a Global Entry card. Each state is in charge of issuing their own licenses and they do have separate processes that dont allow for transfers. State agencies that issue licenses and identification cards, like the Department of Motor Vehicles, require more paperwork regarding proof of residency and Social Security number under the new act than necessary to obtain standard licenses. No, you do not. What else may I provide as proof to get the real ID? The documents must contain your first and last name and match the residence address that is listed on your DL/ID application. Hope this helps! Do I need to get a REAL ID DL/ID card right away? I would like to make anyone with a green card aware that the expiration date on your Green Card also determines the expiration date of your Real ID. -For proof of identity, a passport, a U.S. birth certificate, an employment authorization document, or a. to even get an appointment at your local DMV. Is a REAL ID DL/ID a different form of identification than the standard Illinois DL/ID? Your current name is Jane Wilson as the result of a marriage. Thanks for your comment. This was back in 1992 when citizenship was fairly new. If you dont have a REAL ID, you must actually go in-person to obtain this. Hope this helps! The TSA does not require children under the age of 18 to provide identification when traveling with a companion within the United States. Currently, all states are either in compliance with the REAL ID Act or have an extension in place. Yes. Use DMV's interactive REAL ID document checklist to gather all of the documentation you will need to apply for your REAL ID. of the Office of the Illinois Secretary of State or call 833-503-4074. , Top Driver is your best resource for driver education, providing over 21,000 hours of in-vehicle training and 15,000 hours of classes each year. You couldnt keep your CA drivers license in this instance. Now I am living in Fl. My current license is no good, but a green card is? Guidance appreciated. For example, court documents or a letter on letterhead from a homeless shelter, shelter for abused women, nonprofit entity, faith based organization, employer, or government agency within the U.S. attesting that the applicant resides in California. There are a number of different types of proof that CA allows that dont involve a mailing address. Can I go and renew early to get the star in the corner? Note that there are other forms of ID that weve noted above (like a valid passport) that TSA will also accept, so she could bring this starting Oct 2020 if she doesnt want to go through that process again. I live in NJ. It will NOT be published. This means that to get a REAL ID-compliant license, you must still physically go to a DMV office. Hi, I am a foreigner with a green card in N.C. and got my Real ID. The improvements are intended to inhibit terrorists' ability to evade detection by using fraudulent identification. Off-topic my opinion is to carry both overseas. Almost seems like yet another tax being forced upon us with no explanation as to what the surplus money will be spent on. Just another way for our government to be able to track us. Valid Illinois DL/IDs will be accepted by the TSA to board domestic flights until May 3, 2023. The expiration date of the initial REAL ID product will include any time remaining on your current license or ID card, plus an additional four years, unless you are over 65 and have a two-year license. Finally went back a 3rd time and paid $72 for a REAL ID. I have lived at my address for 25 years and been married for 23 years so nothing has changed recently. That being said, if you read our article above, youll note that the date that the requirements go into effect is on Oct. 1, 2020. Will licenses automatically renew as REAL IDs going forward or do I have to specify that I want a Real ID instead of a regular DL? So I recommend you contact your local DMV office to find out. When you were Roseland Perez Stuart the day you receive this new drivers license, and thats the name on your passport, you are legally Roseland Perez Stuart the day you purchase your airline ticket to Barcelona. If you reference our article above, you can see that we note all of the requirements to obtain a REAL ID (including name change documents). According to the state, the fee for a REAL ID is the same as it is for a standard Illinois driver's license or state ID. How Do I Obtain an EIN in Illinois? Hi Jacqueline, if you note the date that I originally replied to Gregs comment, it was before California was deemed to be in compliance (which was done in late May 2019). The easiest way to apply for a REAL ID DL/ID is upon renewal (if your DL/ID expires prior to May 3, 2023). Randy. The new DL/ID card that comes in the mail within 15 business days, will also say Federal Limits Apply, meaning it cant be used at airports or secure federal facilities for ID after May 3, 2023. Im not sure what youre asking. 13. You will need a REAL ID (or other TSA-compliant ID noted in our article above) to fly or enter other federal facilities after Oct. 1, 2020. In most states, there is a gold star or black star on the front of the REAL ID license that will signify compliance. Hello Fernanda. The cost of obtaining a state tax identification number is. Thank you. Ok, this REAL ID is hard for people like me who have to jump through hoops to get an ID. In order to make sure you have all the required documents to obtain a REAL ID drivers license or identification card (DL/ID), the Office of the Illinois Secretary of State has created an interactive checklist. As well, the same thing with my daughter. Hi Lorie! To apply for a REAL ID DL/ID, applicants must provide additional documents confirming identity, Social Security number, residency and signature. This was a complete hassle. We are in no way involved in the implementation of this Act. So Maryland is actually in the process of recalling some of their previously-issued IDs. Live in Virginia, my drivers license expires in October 2019. Were talking security, national security. This by itself should provide her with a REAL ID-compliant ID! All of the DMV links are listed above, so I would definitely recommend contacting your local DMV to have them walk you through this. CA has already announced its corrective action (they will be notified to bring a second proof of address at the next renewal), so its likely CA will move to either extension or compliant status after May 24. Since CA is in compliance, you will both be good to fly with your current licenses until Oct 2020. Hi Jane, Im sorry, but I dont see a question from you? Best of luck to you! If the cost just isnt something you can/want to incur, you can always bring another form of TSA-approved ID listed above to fly. Hi Joe, as we arent associated with DHS, we cant say for certain. I live in Maryland. Hi, I live in Fl. Visit a Secretary of State Driver Services Facility. If you look at all the individuals eligible to get a real id then I dont see any purpose, or added security over a regular drivers license. Hi Andrew. What is the REAL ID and why do I need it? I contacted the airline right away and informed them what was going on. In terms of domestic air travel, you will need either a REAL ID, passport, or other TSA-approved form of ID (listed above in the article) starting on Oct. 1, 2020. A trip to renew your state ID or drivers license can be a confusing experience. After you've completed your pre-license education, it is time to take the Illinois Real Estate Exam. My only problem is they issued it for one year and it expires already next year. Sorry, but Im unsure of your question. We are trying to have her come visit in Pennsylvania around May. Typically you can't get a driver's license number for anyone other than yourself. t 312.346.5700 f 312.896.2500, Springfield Office | Illinois Policy Hi Tanya, yes your license will be sufficient. As long as it is before October 2020? There is no minimum age for a state ID card. However, your license should be good for the entire length of a normal renewal (states with length of validity from 4-8 years). Why do I have to provide my birth certificate and Social Security number again when I did this when I first applied for my DL/ID? Hi, I became a US citizen and my citizenship certificate was taken at the social security office when I went to make legal status changes. Hope this helps! A REAL ID DL/ID is optional. I do not have a passport just that license. We do travel back to the US to see family from time to time. Your mother will not be required to have a REAL ID. Can I still get a Real ID? I got my Real ID when I renewed my Florida license in April. My Maryland drivers license is expiring this summer, so I will be getting the REAL ID/license combo. As such, we cannot officially answer your question but we thank you for reading. Given at Jackson, Mississippi, over my signature and under the official seal of my office, this the XXX date. Thanks for reading! I am traveling in October 2019 to Washington DC. She doesnt have a passport, but she needs to get a new license soon before her birth state would be able to process her replacement birth cert. If it did, we shouldnt need this, and if it didnt, then why are we just repeating what proved to be a failure? We will be staying with friends until we buy or build a home. Social security told me to go back to DMV and talk to them. The REAL ID is a drivers license or state ID that is compliant with the REAL ID Act Congress passed in 2005 at the recommendation of the 9/11 Commission. I got my Washington State Real ID Enhanced License back in June 2019 but it does not have the gold or black star on it. Thanks! Any and all options, reviews, comments and analyses are the responsibility of the author(s) and not any Advertiser or credit card issuer. I am afraid I cannot answer that for you. Meanwhile, I cant even get a straight answer about how much this will cost. Also note that a REAL ID isnt mandatory! Would I be allowed to apply for a REAL ID using the PO BOX? How long will a Real ID last? Hope this helps! Hello, I was reviewing the information and see where the effective date has changed from October 2020 to October 2021. So, with what seems to be a great amount of revenue that will be generated with this new requirement, how about comparing what the cost will be to process versus what Extra Monies the various states will have to spend as they like. If you have made or are making flight plans for a date on or after May 3, 2023, and you need a REAL ID DL/ID (and you do not have a valid U.S. passport, U.S. passport card or military ID), we recommend that you apply for the REAL ID DL/ID at least 60 days before your flight. Can I still use my license to travel to CA. Hi, I got my state REAL ID before I applied for a drivers license. It arrived in snail mail 12/22/2021 with an expiration date of my Birthday in January 2027. Can I also have my DL to be REAL ID-compliant? She has dementia. However, I do have a question. Airlines are forgiving on name changes outside of the date of travel, some only for minor name changes (1 character misspelled or left off), but some charge for changing a name$25, $50, etc. Hi, I am confused about traveling domestically, I am from MA I flying to San Francisco on May 17/2019 coming back on the 30 /2019, I dont have a real ID upgrade yet, I have my regular license. Commercial Driver's License (CDL)- Renewal or Transfer in from another state, age 69 and older. Just be sure that you bring along your passport when traveling domestically starting on October 1, 2021. Ca. For additional information about passports, visit the U.S. Department of State, email npic@state.gov or call 877-487-2778. I have a lifetime ID from Illinois, but I travel a lot. I went in with all my info with my married name an got it! Is a REAL ID driver's license or identification card (DL/ID) mandatory? Will a minor need a REAL ID DL/ID to board a domestic flight? Sweet Pea, or Honey Bun, might not be taking a scheduled flight on her honeymoon. Yes, you should be fine to use that to travel to Hawaii. My mother is 94. If we are given a choice then there is no way a person could be forced to get one to go to the IRS office. The following are acceptable documents to prove identity: To provide proof of their Social Security number, resident can show their Social Security card or a W-2, or a pay stub with a Social Security number on it will be accepted. You are correct states are given extensions in order to be given extra time comply with REAL ID. Any other options? Thanks for any help in this matter. Yes. Be interested in your reply. I was told it needed to be stamped or embossed by the state in order to be valid for Real ID. See here for more all acceptable documents: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/dl/residency_requirement. So I took that with me the second time. From what youve described though, it doesnt seem like your mother needs to go through the process to update her ID to a REAL ID. You can still get a regular ID, but it will say Federal Limits Apply at the top and you will not be able to use it for the above-mentioned purposes. As her license is up for renewal shes looking at getting the compliant id because the government will be forcing me to get one next year tho I dont know why Ill never use it, its just a big hassle does she have to get it or can she renew the basic license? Shes a teacher at a public school would any of her employment documents be sufficient in place of the birth cert since shes a state employee? Thanks for your experience, it may help our readers be prepared for their trip to get their REAL ID! 13. I hope this helps others avoid the frustration. Most states and territories have already begun issuing the new licenses, so you will have until May 7, 2025, to obtain a REAL ID-compliant license. If you live in New Jersey I would contact the DMV and ask why you received the letter. I think that the state extensions are for the states to comply with the laws regarding issuance of these REAL IDs. She also has a birth certificate from 1937. Thanks so much for the suggestion! Not realistic!! In addition, youll see that it also notes that this applies only to boarding commercial airlines. (Two total documents.). I even went down to the DMV and spoke with them there. Thanks for your response. Our government is making more money on birth certificates and passports using tactics like this, as they did when security requirements were tightened to include birth certificates for passports. How Much Does a REAL ID Cost? A REAL ID is also necessary if you dont want to travel with your passport DOMESTICALLY after Oct. 1, 2020. Quick question. Airports are considered federal facilities, and therefore this act affects your ability to enter them in order to board your flight. Hi DJ neither would require fingerprints. A school report card or certified transcript, Credit reports from Experian, Equifax or TransUnion within the past 12 months, Deed/title, mortgage or rental/lease agreement, Letter on official school letterhead dated within 90 days of your application, Medical claim or statement from a private or public insurance company dated within 90 days of your application, Official mail from the federal, state, county or local government, Official mail from a college or university within the past year. JavaScript Required: This site uses JavaScript to display common navigation items. You must present TWO documents that contain your residence address. On her card shows as a senior citizen card and with federal limits apply. Will my retired ID be sufficient to board flights in place of a Real ID? Im a little confused Hope you can help me. If I fly out on May 17 and Ca is still not in compliance will I be able to board a plane? You are supposed to change over your ID (whichever you have an enhanced ID, REAL ID, and regular drivers license) over to the state where you currently reside, so you will have to go through the same process of going to your local DMV and providing documentation (including your old license) in your new state to get your enhanced license. Hi Greg, thanks for your comment. Switch to paper billing for a utility, just to be sure. I want to get a Hawaii Real ID STATE ID (not Drivers License) and make that my primary residence but keep my Calif. DRIVERs license since I go back and forth. Hi Jackie, glad to hear that the article was useful! 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