DHS says REAL ID, which DHS certifies, is too unreliable to ...
When Congress passed the REAL ID Act in 2005. It was sold as a post-9/11 security measure to create uniform standards for state IDs, including clearly listing citizenship or lawful immigration status.
Jul 8, 2025 · As a practical matter, however, DHS has certified as REAL ID–compliant states that issue driver’s licenses to a broader group of lawfully present noncitizens.
TSA Begins REAL ID Full Enforcement - Homeland Security
May 7, 2025 · WASHINGTON — Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the implementation of its REAL ID enforcement measures at Transportation Security Administration …
REAL ID is not a national identity card, says Homeland Security
May 7, 2025 · According to the Department of Homeland Security, “REAL ID is a national set of standards, not a national identification card.” This means the REAL ID only sets rules for how states …
REAL ID: What to know, how to get one, when is the deadline ...
The deadline to get a REAL ID is fast approaching after years of postponements and delays. Starting May 7, your license or identification card will need to be REAL ID-compliant to fly domestically in the …
REAL ID Frequently Asked Questions | Transportation Security ...
Frequently asked questions and answers regarding the implementation of the REAL ID Act. The REAL ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the …
How to get a REAL ID and use it for travel - USAGov
Nov 13, 2025 · Check to see if your driver’s license or state ID is REAL ID-compliant. Learn why and how to upgrade to a REAL ID for air travel and more.