Flying in 2025? Here's what you need to know to be REAL ID ready starting May 7.
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This time, it's for real. After a series of delays, the federal REAL ID deadline of May 7, 2025, is just three months away. Starting that day, anyone 18 years and older will be required to present a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative – like a government-issued passport, U.S. passport card or military ID – to board a commercial flight within the U.S. or access certain federal facilities.
As the deadline nears, we are seeing greater demand and longer lines at our DMV offices. If you plan on flying within the U.S. anytime in the future and you don't have a passport or other acceptable ID, you may want to consider upgrading to the REAL ID option sooner than later.
WHAT IS A REAL ID?
A REAL ID is a state-issued driver’s license, instruction permit or ID card that meets federal security requirements set by the REAL ID Act of 2005. The purpose of REAL ID is to make U.S. identity documents more consistent and secure.
Oregon offers both a standard issue and REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, instruction permit and identification card. It's your choice which version to get.
WHERE DO I GET ONE?
While DMV offers many services online, you have to get REAL ID at a DMV office. You can online or without an appointment.
WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
You need to bring original documents that prove your identity, date of birth, home address (two proofs of address from two different sources) and lawful status in the U.S. DMV offers a document guide at DMV2U.oregon.gov to help you determine what to bring. You also have to provide your Social Security number or proof you are not eligible for one. Your current legal name must be on file with the Social Security Administration.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The REAL ID option costs an additional $30 above regular issuance fees every time you apply for an original, renewal or replacement driver’s license, permit or ID card.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET?
After DMV accepts and scans your submitted documents, you’ll receive a temporary paper card in the office. Your REAL ID card will arrive in the mail in about three weeks. As the deadline nears, DMV offices are anticipating lines will only get longer. Fortunately, Oregon DMV has hired 26 staff to work in DMV offices around the state exclusively for REAL ID transactions, freeing up counter staff to accommodate other transactions.
People who need to renew their vehicle registration and already have a REAL ID or do not plan on getting one can avoid the crowds by completing their transaction online at DMV2U or renew their driver registration at one of DMV’s nine new self-serve kiosks located in select Fred Meyer stores.
The sooner you start the REAL ID process, the more likely you’ll have what you need in time to fly. Learn more at Oregon.gov/REALID.
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