“REAL ID Deadline 2025: What U.S. Travelers Need to Know Before Boarding a Domestic Flight”
"The Unvarnished Traveler" by Brian Raymond As of May 7, 2025, significant changes are coming to domestic air travel in the United States. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin enforcing the REAL ID Act, requiring travelers aged 18 and over to present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another acceptable form of identification to board domestic flights. This shift aims to enhance security measures and standardize identification protocols nationwide. Understanding the REAL ID Act Enacted in 2005 in response to the September 11 attacks, the REAL ID Act establishes minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and ......
