Here’s How to Get Your California Real ID from the California DMV

Did you know that, according to the California DMV, “Starting October 1, 2020, you will need to show federally-compliant identification in order to board a domestic flight within the U.S. and enter secure federal facilities, such as military bases, federal courthouses, and other secure federal locations.”

For more information about getting your California real ID before the deadline, go to https://realid.dmv.ca.gov/what-is-real-id-faq/.

What is a real ID?

Also according to the DMV, “The federal REAL ID Act places new rules on which forms of identification may be used to board flights within the United States (U.S.) and enter secure federal facilities, such as military bases, federal courthouses, and other federal facilities.  A California issued REAL ID driver license or identification card meets these new requirements and is marked with a gold bear and star.

How to get your California real ID

To get your real ID, follow the steps listed here: https://realid.dmv.ca.gov/how-do-i-get-a-real-id/