REAL ID won't be required for these five states, but travelers will need something else

Five states issue an acceptable alternative to a REAL ID. See which ones.
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REAL ID is now required for air travel in America. Here’s what’s happening at airports across the US

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A US Department of Homeland Security "Real ID" compliant driver's license sign is seen outside the TSA checkpoint at Chicago ...
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The Real ID Deadline Is Today—Here's What to Do If You Still Don't Have One

The federal Real ID deadline has officially gone into effect at all US airports starting May 7, 2025—arguably the most momentous travel day of the year. Under the new rules, travelers will no longer ...