International
As of May 7, 2025, travelers within the United States must present a special identification called Real ID, with which federal facilities can also be entered.
Identifications with a real ID must have one of the five valid identifications, which are stars of different color. (Free Press Photo: DHS.gov)
The United States government will implement a new identification called Real idwhich will be required throughout the country as of May 7, 2025.
From that date, Washington will demand this identification, which will allow traveling by plane within the US territory and entering federal facilities. Only US citizens or foreigners who can verify their legal stay in the country can obtain this document.
According to the site USA.gov, Real id It is a law that establishes higher safety standards for driving identifications and licenses issued by the States, so they will replace traditional identifications to meet the deadline that expires on May 7.
From then on, those who do not have a Real id They may not use a state driving license or identification to address commercial flights within the United States regulated by the Federal Government, enter Federal Government buildings or military facilities, or enter nuclear plants.
According to information, if it is impossible to update the state driving license or identification, a passport or some other form of identification allowed to address a plane may be used.
What will identifications be
The identification cards will have one of the five legal brands on the top: a five -pointed five -pointed star, a black five -pointed star, a white star surrounded by a golden circle, a white star surrounded by a black circle and the figure of a golden bear with a white star in its rear.
How to process a real ID
To obtain an identification with Real idjust visit the website of the State driving licenses agency in which it is reside. Documents will be required in which the full name, the date of birth, the social security number, residence tests and the legal status; However, each State can establish its own requirements.
As for whether minors need such identification to travel, the authorities have reported that no, although their companion must carry a valid card.