REAL ID Deadline: What You Need to Know Before Traveling in 2025

Starting May 7, 2025, travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant identification to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. If your driver's license or state ID doesn’t have a star in the top corner, it’s time to update it! Don’t let an outdated ID ruin your travel plans—learn everything you need to do to stay ready for takeoff.