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Category: Driver License

What do I need to know about the federal Real ID Act and Florida driver license and ID card requirements?

This answer has been viewed 8219 times and was last updated on 11/27/2023.

If your current Florida driver license or ID card already has a gold star in the upper right-hand corner, there is no additional action you need to take – you are Real ID compliant!

If your current Florida driver license or ID card does not have a gold star in the upper right corner, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will stop accepting it as proof of identification on May 7, 2025. After May 7, 2025, you will need a Real ID-compliant credential as proof of identity for the TSA security screening. Individuals currently seeking access to military bases and most federal facilities must present Real ID-compliant identification. A United States passport may also be used in place of a Real ID-compliant card for official identification.

Source: Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles' driver license and ID card FAQ.

 

Common federal Real ID Act questions:

• What is the Real ID Act? Read the Department of Homeland and Security's Real ID page.
• What documents do I need to bring in to get a Real ID / Gold Star license? Visit the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles' what to bring for driver licenses and ID cards page.
  • Are you in the United States under Temporary Protected Status (TPS)? Refer to our TPS publication for requirements.
• Do I need to make an appointment to replace my license? Read our appointment scheduling FAQ.

For other frequently asked questions pertaining to the federal Real ID Act, read our Real ID compliance publication.

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