Planning to Fly? You’ll Need This ID.
For years, the government has warned travelers they will need a security-enhanced Real ID to board domestic flights, and for years the requirement has been delayed. Now they mean it.
I chose a different article to read for this week. It was interesting to read because I plan to travel during the summer and when I stumbled upon it I figured I should read about the ID I would need to carry.
The article talked about a new enhanced real ID required to board domestic flights. This means only flights within the united states. International flights will still require passports.
Beginning May 3, 2023, this new rule will be enforced. If you plan to fly in the United States you may show your passport or the new enhanced ID for verification. A regular state ID will NOT work.
A real ID is a diverse license or identification card with a special seal. It signifies that the seal has been screened and approved.
Why? According to the article, after the 911 attack, there were many fraudulent IDs”s and “the federal government began an effort to tighten national standards for state-issued documentation” Congress did pass the Real ID act in 2005 and was initially set to be enforced as of 2008.
All 50 States are now issuing the Real IDs. Each state does have different procedures and requirements in order to apply for a real ID and could get more information on that through the DMV website of each state.
The article overall was very informative and it gave me a great understanding of what is to come when flying within the United States.
I think it also had a good lead and it made me want to keep reading more about the new real enhanced ID.
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