Thursday, November 7th 2024, 6:44 pm
Starting May 7, 2025, U.S. residents will need to have a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or ID card to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities.
The REAL ID is part of a nationwide initiative to enhance security standards for state-issued identification, ensuring a consistent level of protection across the country.
Here’s what you need to know about REAL ID in Oklahoma, including how to obtain one, what it’s used for, and whether it’s required for you.
A REAL ID is a form of identification that meets federal security standards under the REAL ID Act. It is designed to make identification documents more consistent and secure across the U.S.
Oklahoma offers two types of driver's licenses and ID cards:
Starting May 7, 2025, a Real ID-compliant license or ID will be required to:
If you do not have a Real ID, you’ll need to present another form of federally accepted identification, such as a U.S. passport.
Any Oklahoma resident who plans to:
If you don’t need these services, a standard Oklahoma ID may be sufficient.
So far, Service Oklahoma says more than 1.8 million REAL IDs have been issued in Oklahoma.
To get a Real ID in Oklahoma, you’ll need to provide specific documents, including:
For a complete checklist, check out the Oklahoma Real ID Checklist page.
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