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How can you tell if you have a Real ID California license?
Because the state has been issuing Real ID-compliant licenses since 2018, it’s understandable that some people have forgotten ...
The Real ID deadline is finally here. How bad will it get airport as long-delay rules hit?
The requirement that travelers present a Real ID card as well as regular identifications marks one of the biggest changes to ...
No REAL ID on Wednesday? How feds say you will still be able to fly
The Homeland Security chief says anyone without a compliant ID will be allowed to board airplanes but may “have an extra step ...
Southern California DMVs prepare for last-minute Real ID rush as deadline approaches
The Department of Motor Vehicles across Southern California is preparing to process last-minute Real ID applications.
REAL ID deadline is almost here: What travelers need to know before takeoff
The long-awaited REAL ID deadline will be here on May 7.
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Can you fly with a passport instead of Real ID? What you need for Real ID in California
You'll need documents to prove your identity and residence in California. But do you even need a REAL ID? Here's what to know.
Flight coming up and no REAL ID? How to get one in California before May 7 deadline
Yes. Travelers must have a REAL ID to fly domestically on or after May 7, 2025.
Have a California flight coming up and no REAL ID? Here's how long it will take to get one
Have a flight coming up but no REAL ID? Here's how long it will take you to get one. (Spoiler: It will be at least two weeks.
Real ID: What federal buildings require it or equivalent for entry?
A Real ID or compliant equivalent is required to enter secure “federal facilities.” Here’s what those include, according to ...