States All Compliant with REAL ID

The Department of Homeland Security reports that, after more than 15 years since Congress passed the REAL ID Act, all 50 states are now in full compliance issuing REAL ID driver's licenses and state identification cards, with most states becoming compliant in the last four years. To date, the 50 states have issued more than 105 million REAL ID-compliant cards, representing 38 percent of all individuals with driver's licenses or ID cards.

On October 1, 2021 – less than 13 months away – full enforcement of REAL ID will take effect at all federally regulated airports, federal facilities, and nuclear power plants.

The Department continues to urge Americans to obtain a REAL ID-compliant card or acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or passport card prior to the October 1, 2021, enforcement deadline.

Source:  DHS