REAL ID

A valid California driver's license or ID card can be used to board a domestic flight or enter secure federal facilities until October 1, 2020. After that date, a REAL ID card or other federally approved identification (e.g. a passport or Global Entry card) will be required. Visit the DMV website (https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/realid) to find out how to get a California driver's license that is compliant with the federal REAL ID Act. Here is critical information from that page:

How Do I Apply for a REAL ID Card?

A DMV field office visit is required to apply for a REAL ID driver license or ID card.

Here is what else you need to do to apply:

• • Make an appointment (recommended) to visit a field office.

  • To save time, complete the electronic driver license and ID card application online before your field office visit. (https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/forms/dl/dl44+)

  • Provide proof of identity, such as a certified U.S. birth certificate, valid U.S. passport, employment authorization document, permanent resident card or foreign passport with an approved form I-94.

  • Show a California residency document that includes your physical California resident address. Documents addressed to a PO Box must include the physical resident address on documents (for example utility bills).

  • Present proof of your Social Security number, such as a SSN card, W-2 or paystub with your name and full SSN. Note: You can request a replacement Social Security card online if you meet certain requirements.

  • Electronic Driver License and ID Card Application FAQs - https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/forms/dl/dl44_faq.