Attention Virginia Beach drivers: the May 7, 2025, federal REAL ID enforcement deadline is quickly approaching. The primary effect of this change will be on domestic air travel, so if you’re planning a trip out of nearby Norfolk Airport in the near future, ensuring that your ID is REAL ID-compliant is essential. Here is a handy guide to REAL ID from the friendly team at Hall Toyota Virginia Beach.
What Will the TSA Require for Flights?
For most people, the biggest change that comes with the REAL ID update will be at the airport. Starting on May 7, the TSA will require passengers aged 18 and older to present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state ID card, or another accepted form of identification, such as a US passport, to board domestic commercial flights within the United States.
Is Your Virginia License Already Compliant?
To determine if your current ID is compliant, take a moment to examine it closely. If it has a small star symbol printed in the upper right corner, it is REAL ID-compliant. If not, it will not be accepted by the TSA for boarding domestic flights, and you’ll need to use a passport or military ID to fly or gain entrance to certain federal facilities (like military bases).
How to Get a Virginia REAL ID
Obtaining your REAL ID requires visiting a Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles office. You must bring original documents that prove your identity, legal presence, Social Security number, and two proofs of Virginia residency. Visit the official Virginia DMV REAL ID website for a handy checklist on the documents that can be used.
Visit Hall Toyota Virginia Beach for More Information
Ensure that your future travel plans go smoothly with a REAL ID-compliant identification card. The friendly team at our Virginia Beach Toyota dealership is here to help answer your questions about REAL ID. Stop by today!
