The federal government is extending the Real ID deadline for another two years.
The deadline had been this May, but you now have until May of 2025 to get the Real ID. At that time, it will be needed for those who fly domestically but don’t have a passport, and for people visiting military bases or secure federal facilities. There’s plenty of time to get the Real ID, but Illinois Secretary of State spokesperson Henry Haupt says if you want to get it taken care of….
“My advice to anyone who wants to apply for a Real ID is before visiting one of our drivers services facilities, to first visit our website realid.ilsos.gov and use the interactive document check list.”
That list has all the things you will need to bring with you, including proof of residency and signature. That website again is realid.ilsos.gov.
