To board domestic flights, adults need a REAL ID–compliant license or another acceptable ID, such as a passport. Enforcement began May 7, 2025.
Acceptable IDs at TSA
- REAL ID–compliant driver’s license or state ID (usually marked with a star)
- Valid passport (US or foreign)
- US permanent resident card
- Other IDs on the TSA list
Getting a REAL ID as a visa holder
Bring proof of identity and lawful status (passport, visa, I-94, I-20 or EAD), proof of your Social Security number or ineligibility, and two proofs of address to your state DMV. Your card may be valid only as long as your status.
