How do you get a REAL ID? Not having one could soon cost you $45

REAL ID-compliant IDs are now needed to board federally regulated commercial aircrafts, and if you don't have one, a fee is in your future.
NBC Chicago

Do I Need an Appointment to Get a REAL ID in Illinois? Here's What to Know as Deadline Nears

While the deadline for REAL ID compliance is still months away, the requirement marks a change in what will be required to board a domestic flight and to enter federal buildings. Illinoisans 18 years ...
Staten Island Advance

Upgrading to a Real ID: What documents do I need?

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The deadline to upgrade your ID card to travel domestically across the United States is rapidly approaching. Starting May 7, 2025, the federal government will require those ...
Redlands Daily Facts

What documents are needed for a REAL ID and how do I know TSA will recognize it?

Q: Alma Pereida from San Bernardino and several other readers asked questions about the REAL ID, some of which we’ll answer here since confusion remains about the REAL ID driver’s license and it’s an ...