Real ID Deadline: What Travelers Need to Know for Airport Security

Real ID Deadline Approaching

• 🗓️ The Real ID deadline is set for Wednesday, after nearly two decades of delays.
• ✈️ This change will reshape how millions of Americans clear airport security.

Identifying a Real ID

• ⭐ You can identify a Real ID compliant license or identification card by a gold star at the top.
• 🇺🇸 Texas began issuing Real ID compliant licenses and IDs in 2016, with 98% of the state now compliant.

Travel Without a Real ID

• 🛂 While minors don't need a form of ID to fly until 18, individuals should be aware of the requirements.
• ⚠️ Travelers won't be barred from flying if their ID isn't compliant, but will face additional screening.
• 🌍 A current passport is considered Real ID compliant and can be used to avoid issues.
• 📈 Other states may have lower Real ID compliance rates, impacting travelers from those areas.