In less than a month, Americans and permanent residents will only be able to pass through airport security or enter a federal government building if they have a Real ID. Most states are not yet fully ...

Passengers and crew walk to a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoint while traveling at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles, on November 26, 2025.

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 ...

With so many changes across the government in recent weeks, including thousands of federal workforce layoffs, some Americans are wondering if they will have to get a Real ID in two months. "Do i still ...

Officers at US airport security checkpoints will be looking for REAL IDs come Wednesday, when enforcement of the new documentation begins. But travelers who don’t have one will still be allowed to ...

The Transportation Security Administration says the Real ID deadline is May 7. The Real ID requirements were established after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Enforcement of the new ...

After nearly 20 years of delays, the Real ID deadline is finally here. Beginning May 7, Americans planning to travel domestically are required to use the enhanced form of identification. The ...

A Real ID, passport or other federally recognized document will be required starting next week for domestic flights. Good luck booking an appointment. By Michael Levenson Reporting from the Motor ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. As the deadline for Real ID approaches, many Americans are racing to secure the necessary identification for domestic air ...