If you're planning a trip to your next haute getaway
make sure that you have a real ID. Before you board that early morning flight to Paris, you should become familiar with the new travel rules. Here is the latest information to help you stay travel ready.
✨ What Is the REAL ID?
Starting May 7, 2025, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will require REAL ID-compliant identification to board all domestic flights. That means your standard driver’s license without the gold star in the corner? It won’t get you through security anymore.
In short: No REAL ID, no boarding pass.
📌 What Counts as REAL ID?
Check your ID. If you see a gold or black star in the top corner, you’re cleared for takeoff. If not, it’s time to upgrade at your local DMV.
Other valid documents include:
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A U.S. Passport or Passport Card
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Global Entry, NEXUS, or SENTRI cards
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A Permanent Resident Card
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U.S. Military ID
💡 How to Get Yours
To get a REAL ID, visit your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles. Here’s what to bring:
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Proof of identity (passport or birth certificate)
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Social Security number
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Two proofs of residency (utility bill, lease, bank statement)
✨ Haute Tip: Many DMVs let you start the process online—schedule an appointment to skip the wait.
🧳 I Have a Passport. Do I Still Need a REAL ID?
If you already travel with a U.S. passport for international flights, you’re fine. But it’s still smart to upgrade your license—especially for quick domestic trips, hotel check-ins, or stylish last-minute getaways.
✈️ Don't Let Paperwork Delay Your Next Escape
DMVs may get swamped as the deadline approaches. If you're planning to travel after May 7, now’s the time to check your ID status and update it if needed.
Because let’s be honest—missing your flight to Santorini over a forgotten star? Not the haute life.
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