With REAL ID deadline approaching, TSA wants to hold off on full enforcement for travelers
While the proposal from the Transportation Security Administration would leave REAL ID's May 7, 2025, deadline in place, it would create a two-year transition period where agencies would begin "enforcement in phases" for anybody trying to use their ID for federal purposes, including for getting through airport security.
Proposed federal rule would give agencies 2 years to enforce Real ID law, delaying full implementation to 2027
Americans have until May 7, 2025 to get a Real ID, but some agencies may not enforce right away if a new rule is adopted.
TSA Proposes Delaying Real ID Until 2027
While Real ID was on track to go into effect on May 7, 2025, it's now looking like it won't happen until 2027. The delay comes in the form of a new proposal from the TSA that would give travelers more time to get their paperwork up to date and ready to go.
More REAL ID delays? TSA proposes phased enforcement of stricter ID law for travelers
The Transportation Security Administration said there are still too few REAL ID documents in circulation to make May 7 enforcement feasible.
REAL ID enforcement could be delayed until 2027
You likely have a little more time to get your REAL ID which you may eventually need to board a domestic flight.Federal enforcement is set to begin in May 2025, but the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) just proposed a more flexible approach to the rollout,
TSA Punts The REAL ID Deadline To 2027
Only 70% of state-issued identifications would be REAL ID-compliant by the May 2025 deadline, raising the prospect of turning away millions of travelers from airport security checkpoints.
Still don't have a Texas REAL ID? TSA proposed new rule for a May 2027 deadline
The proposed rule marks the fourth time the U.S. has postponed the REAL ID deadline since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
TSA proposes REAL ID 'phased enforcement' - here's what that means
According to the TSA, just 56% of drivers' licenses and other state-issued ID cards are compliant with the REAL ID law.
TSA sets final deadline for Real ID mandate
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TSA proposes a softer rollout of Real ID enforcement
Federal agencies would have the option to gradually require the secure documents after May 7, in part to avoid chaos at state DMVs when the deadline approaches.
Real ID requirements delayed another two years as DHS proposes a phased-in approach
The deadline to obtain a Real ID to use as identification to travel in U.S. airports has been effectively extended — again. The Department of Homeland Security proposed pushing back the hard deadline into 2027,
Do I have to pay an extra fee to get a Real ID card?
You must apply for a Real ID in person. You cannot obtain a Real ID by mail, online or by phone. There is no additional cost ...
What is the difference between a REAL ID and enhanced ID, and do you need either?
To get a REAL ID, you'll need one document proving your identity, such as a passport or birth certificate. You will also need ...
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Why, yet again, the full rollout of REAL ID might be delayed
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How to get a REAL ID in California and why you might have a little more time
After a few postponements, the deadline to obtain a REAL ID to board domestic flights is May 7, 2025. Last week, however, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) proposed a new rule that ...
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When will you need a REAL ID? It may be complicated
A program that is intended to enhance U.S. travel requirements, which has been delayed multiple times, is scheduled to take ...