As of today, airports across the United States will now require passengers to have this more secure form of identification to clear security. If you’re not sure whether your ID is “real,” have a look: There will be a star or, in some cases, an American flag.
Did you drop the ball? Believe me….. you’re not alone. More than half of Californians have a Real ID, but less than a third of Pennsylvanians do — and fewer people in New Jersey.
I’m flying. What now? Bring your passport or another T.S.A.-approved document. If you don’t have one, you might be OK. But you’ll have to go through an extra screening, which “includes collecting information such as your name and current address,” according to the T.S.A.’s website.
Fix it: Click here to apply for your Real ID. But fair warning: It may take a while. Lines have been long and appointments scarce as people rush to get their updated cards before the summer travel season. Here’s everything you need to know.