Deadline for Real ID Fast Approaching

The deadline for PA Real ID is fast approaching.

Starting May 7, 2025, a federally accepted form of identification — such as a REAL ID, U.S. passport, or military ID will be required to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities, according to PA officials.

To get a REAL ID, you must provide:

• One document proving identity and lawful status.
• One document proving your Social Security number.
• Two documents proving your Pennsylvania residency.

Some applicants need additional documents, including non-U.S. citizens, CDL holders, and those updating their name or date of birth.

To help expedite processing for those who wish to obtain a REAL ID, PennDOT is hosting Real ID Days on Monday May 5th and May 12th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Bensalem Driver License Center: located at 4201 Neshaminy Boulevard in Bensalem, PennDOT said.

CDL License Holders are currently NOT eligible to apply for REAL ID online – you must apply in person at a PennDOT Driver License Center.  Click here for more information on Real ID for CDL Licenses.

Transportation Worker Identification Credentials, or TWIC Cards , are on TSA’s list acceptable identification  to board a domestic flight. If you have a TWIC card, that will be acceptable ID for boarding a domestic flight after May 7, 2025.

Click here if you are unsure you want or need a Real ID

Click here for more information, including a checklist of documentation needed to obtain REAL ID.

Click here for samples of different Real ID and Non-Real ID driver licenses and identification cards.