ATTENTION:  Starting May 7, 2025, all individuals over the age of 18 residing in any U.S. state or territory must show either a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card, or another Transportation Security Administration-approved form of identification to board any domestic flight

Disclaimer: This information pertains only to REAL ID requirements for domestic air travel. For complete and up-to-date information about all aspects of REAL ID compliance, please refer to the official sources:


This information is intended for Missouri residents. While all U.S. travelers will be required to present a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card for domestic flights starting May 7, 2025, please contact your state's driver licensing agency for specific REAL ID requirements and procedures in your area. Information on this page may change as federal or state policies are updated. Always verify current requirements before traveling.

  • What is REAL ID?

    The REAL ID Act of 2005 is a federal law that established minimum security standards for state-issued identification to enhance fraud protection and security. Missouri implemented its REAL ID program in 2019. Starting May 7, 2025, all U.S. residents will need to present either a REAL ID-compliant driver license/ID card or another Transportation Security Administration-accepted form of identification to board domestic flights. 

  • Do I Need a Missouri REAL ID to Travel?

    If you are a U.S. citizen over the age of 18 who plans to fly domestically after May 7, 2025, you will need one of the following:

    • REAL ID driver license
    • REAL ID nondriver license 
    • REAL ID permit
    • Passport card 
    • Passport book

  • Timeline for REAL ID Implementation

    Starting May 7, 2025, all individuals over the age of 18 residing in any U.S. state or territory must show either a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card, or another Transportation Security Administration-approved form of identification to board all domestic flights.


    IMPORTANT: Plan ahead for your REAL ID application. Processing and mailing typically takes 10-15 days. If you need to fly on or shortly after May 7, 2025, we recommend applying no later than April 1, 2025. Waiting until late April will likely result in not having your REAL ID-compliant license or ID card in time for travel.

  • How to Get a Missouri REAL ID

    You can apply for a REAL ID-compliant license or ID card at one of Missouri's licensing agencies. Like other licenses, there will be a fee and documents required to apply. 


    Visit the Missouri Department of Revenue's interactive guide to create a list of documents required to apply for your REAL ID: https://dor.mo.gov/driver-license/issuance/real-id/interactive-guide.html

  • How to Identify a Missouri REAL ID

    Missouri REAL ID-compliant licenses and ID cards are marked with a star in the upper right-hand corner.


    A Missouri license or ID card that is not compliant with REAL ID is marked with "NOT FOR REAL ID PURPOSES" in the upper right-hand corner. 

*Information adapted from official REAL ID resources. For the most current information, please visit the Missouri Department of Revenue or the Department of Homeland Security.