Those who no do not possess a REAL ID are urged by the Department of Transportation to book an appointment with the Registry ...

Minnesota’s Driver and Vehicle Services is so far behind in processing Real ID applications that it’s telling people not to get one now unless absolutely necessary. That’s a stark contrast to the ...

Real ID deadline coming in 2025. Here's what to know After years of delays, the major Real ID deadline in the U.S. is set to arrive in 2025 -- and that won't be the only big license change coming ...

In April, more than 100,000 applications were submitted, with 76,000 more in May. Only 24 workers statewide are processing ...

The Real ID requirements were established after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Enforcement of the new requirements was originally supposed to begin in 2008.

However, people can use non-Real ID cards to drive, buy alcohol or vote. Originally instituted as a response to 9/11, these new IDs can be identified by the gold star in the top right corner.