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Real Id

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No REAL ID yet? You can still fly, but it may cost $45

  • Feb 1

What to know about Real ID requirements as TSA set to enforce new fee

  • Jan 30
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TSA announces $45 fee for travelers with no REAL ID

  • Dec 1, 2025
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No REAL ID? It could cost you to go through TSA

  • Nov 20, 2025

What to know about new Apple Digital ID

  • Nov 13, 2025

New York State DMV sounds alarm over fake IDs, identity theft crisis

  • Oct 27, 2025

TSA begins enforcing REAL ID requirement to board domestic flights

  • May 7, 2025

DHS begins enforcing REAL ID requirement to board domestic flights

  • May 7, 2025

Latest Videos

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Real ID requirements now in effect for air travel

  • May 7, 2025
5:45

REAL ID Scams: What to look out for

  • Apr 30, 2025
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What you need to know about the REAL ID deadline next month and how to get one

  • Apr 16, 2025

Here's why some Americans might soon need a passport to fly within the U.S.

  • Oct 17, 2017

Latest Stories

Tiempo 4/27/25: Impacts of chronic power outages on Puerto Rico and potential solutions

Last week, an island-wide blackout plunged Puerto Rico into darkness. LUMA Energy restored power the next day and said an underground power line may have led to the outage.

  • Apr 27, 2025
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Lawmakers push to delay REAL ID deadline; New Jersey offers emergency program

In the Tri-State area, frustration is mounting as appointments stretch into July.

  • Apr 25, 2025

New push calls to delay REAL ID deadline

The impending deadline has led to hours-long lines and limited appointments at DMVs.

  • Apr 24, 2025

New Jersey offering emergency REAL ID appointments | How to sign up

The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission is launching a REAL ID emergency issuance program for qualified customers who need to board a domestic flight within 14 days for life-or-death reasons or for urgent travel plans.

  • Apr 22, 2025

What to know about the REAL ID deadline next month and the "6-point" verification system

Here's what you need to know about getting a REAL ID as the deadline quickly approaches, including the "6 point" verification system.

  • Apr 16, 2025