Soon, Americans will require a Real ID to clear airport security for domestic trips.
Real ID enforcement will
begin on May 7
, following
multiple delays
. People who
Don’t possess a Real ID.
That day will face extra examination and might be denied entry.
The more time you delay applying for your Real ID, the less probable it will be ready by May 7.
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Arizonans can apply online
For obtaining an Arizona Travel ID, which is Arizona’s compliant Real-ID driver’s license alternative, individuals must initiate the application process in person. It is essential for them to ensure they possess all necessary documents.
required documents
for their appointments
This is when individuals should request a Real ID to ensure it reaches them via post before their trips.
How much time is required to obtain a Real ID?
Approximately 10 to 14 days are needed to get your Arizona Travel ID delivered via mail following the completion of your in-person interview, according to Bill Lamoreaux, a spokesperson for the Arizona Department of Transportation.
Lamoreaux stated that the ID comes in an unmarked white envelope. Applicants must handle their correspondence with care to prevent accidentally discarding it.
What is the final deadline to apply for a Real ID so you can have it by May 7?
The Arizona Department of Transportation mentioned that it typically takes approximately two weeks for an Arizona Travel ID to be delivered via mail once the application has been submitted.
This indicates that those aiming to obtain their Real IDs by May 7 should submit their applications by Wednesday, April 23.
It’s advised to allocate extra time in anticipation of potential processing delays, particularly since the demand for Real IDs is rising. Lamoreaux suggests permitting a minimum of three weeks between submitting your application for a Real ID and your scheduled trip.
What is the price of an Arizona Real ID?
The cost of an Arizona Real ID is $25.
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Is Real ID mandatory?
Although the Arizona Travel ID isn’t required for residents of Arizona, you must have a Real ID to pass through airport security checkpoints and access federal facilities like courthouses.
What other items qualify as a Real ID?
Other documentation may also serve as valid forms of identification under the Real ID Act, including passports (both books and cards), military IDs, tribal identifications, or trusted traveler credentials like those issued for Global Entry programs.
Michael Salerno is an acclaimed journalist with expertise in travel and tourism, having written extensively on these topics since 2014. As The Arizona Republic’s consumer travel correspondent, his reporting focuses on assisting readers in managing the challenges of travel and securing great deals during their holidays. You can contact him through email.
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The article was initially published in the Arizona Republic.
If you wish to have your Real ID ready by May 7, Arizonans should apply by this deadline.
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