This should be discussed.
This article says it’s OPTIONAL, yet when I went and didn’t have a birth certificate they turned me away. This was a complete hassle. I’ve heard that this has been the case in many states since these non-compliant IDs are still being issued.That bring said, we are Upgraded Points, a website that publishes articles based on points and miles content as well as other travel related pieces. Check our graphic above to make sure you know exactly where your state stands.A Real ID is one valid form of identification you can use in order to fly. This time I decide to get the Real ID Driver License with the STAR on it. If the name provided when you bought your airline tickets is not what you show on your required ID when you arrive at the airport, especially for international travel, you probably won’t be taking the flight you had initially booked…and unless you have deep pockets, nor will you be departing on the day you intended. Be sure to check the “Do I Need a REAL ID” section for some common reasons why you wouldn’t need to get a REAL ID to make your final decision. I would definitely go ahead and take that reservation.I live in AR and just got a new license in April. We have all the links listed above so you can have a good place to start!OK , So I have a CDL and have been checked out TOTALLY , Do I still have to TOTALLY upgrade even farther?I’m not sure what you’re asking. Will licenses automatically renew as REAL IDs going forward or do I have to specify that I want a Real ID instead of a regular DL?Hi Lynn, when your license expires, it will not automatically renew as a REAL ID. You’ll be good with your normal license when you fly on the 17th.In addition, CA’s “under review” status is largely to assure they carry out corrective action for the Real IDs they previously issued with only one proof of address. It’s set by the state and the state also determines if the process for getting a REAL ID (when updating your driver’s license) is a renewal, duplicate, or a new license.
So get your green card renewed before applying for a Real ID if at all possible.Hi Ann, thanks so much for sharing your experience. In terms of domestic air travel, you will need either a REAL ID, passport, or other TSA-approved form of ID (listed above in the article) starting on Oct. 1, 2020.
Glad that this article was useful to you!Ok this REAL ID is hard for people like me who have to jump through hoops to get an ID. I seriously doubt I can go into DMV and get a real id in time. I’m not one for paying extra money but here is why I did it… Real ID.Passport book allows air, land and sea travel between countries. You can also still attend jury duty.As noted on the DHS website, they state a REAL ID will be necessary to access “restricted and semi-restricted federal facilities such as military bases.” Most people won’t have a need to access these, so the main impact is for boarding commercial aircraft.
When banks run my ss# it shows a middle name. That being said, the best thing to do is to check the county websites to see if he has a warrant and then for him to resolve any issues at the local police station first.Next, you had a question regarding the proof of residency.
I read that you can only have one Real ID.
Hope this helps!I keep seeing/reading about this whole “must have a star” on the ID/license, however here in WA state,I just renewed/upgraded to the enhanced license(with NO star on it), and I am told it is in compliance w/ the Real ID law. If you don’t have a REAL ID, you must actually go in-person to obtain this.Sorry it’s not a definitive answer, but it definitely depends on your specific situation. If you are worried about your ID not being valid due to the extension, make sure that you bring along one of the other valid forms of ID noted in our article.Hey, I am a little confused. My renewal is in Jan. 2020, so can I renew this month since there us an opening at DMV?Hi Carol – absolutely!