DHS won't accept a REAL ID in lieu of a passport

Travelers in the U.S. can fly with either a REAL ID or passport, but the two are not interchangeable. What to know.
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Does a passport work instead of a Real ID? What to know ahead of May 7 deadline

Planning to travel within the country this spring? Starting on May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers 18 and older must have Real ID to board all domestic flights, as well as access certain federal facilities.

Can I use my passport instead of Real ID? What to know when flying

Air travelers planning their 2026 trips will need to follow new Real ID guidelines for IDs to fly, or pay a fee at the ...
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The Real ID deadline is today. Don't have one and need to fly soon? How you can still get through security.

Today is the deadline for millions of Americans to have a Real ID — the new standard identification card that will be required to board domestic flights or access some federal buildings. Alternative ...