Real ID deadline approaching

The deadline to get a REAL ID-compliant license is May 7. When the deadline hits, Minnesotans and the rest of U.S. travelers will need a REAL ID or a federal passport to fly within the U.S.

The Department of Vehicle Services recommends people get their REAL ID or passport as soon as possible to avoid the potential of long wait times closer to the deadline. To get a REAL ID, you need a few specific documents to prove your identity. For a full list of acceptable identification documents, visit blm.mn/real-id-docs.

Did you know a passport card counts as REAL ID? The City has added additional passport appointments to accommodate residents who prefer a passport card which is valid for 10 years for anyone over the age of 16. To make a passport appointment, visit blm.mn/passports.