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.

Don't have a Real ID? You can still travel — but it could soon cost you

A critical Real ID deadline is approaching, and that will mean some travelers without a Real ID will have to pay extra to ...

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 airport.

Don't Have A Real ID? Here's What Happens If You Try To Fly With Just Your Driver’s License.

For the past several years, you couldn’t walk into an airport without seeing signs warning that ID requirements were changing ...
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Immigration officials say a Real ID does not prove legal status

Federal officials say a Real ID only confirms identity, not legal status, and recommend carrying a passport, lawful permanent ...