We all know about Real ID by now, here's a few highlights of why this is so important to travelers! 
  • RealID is going into effect on May 7, 2025
  • Why do you need the Real ID (a passport will work instead of the Real ID)
    • Commercial Air Travel
    • Visiting Federal Facilities that require an ID (White House, military bases
What do you need to Apply for a Real ID
  • Proof of identity (Must be the original)
    • Certified birth certificate
    • Permanent Resident Card
  • 2 proofs of residency (must be less than 1 year old)
    • Driver's License with current home address
    • Utility Bill
    • Anything with your current address
  • Proof of Social Security
    • Social Security Card (must be original, number cannot be written on)
    • Current tax year W2
    • 1099 Form
  • Proof of Name Change
    • If your current legal name is not displayed on all of the documents, bring document linking the name change
      • Marriage License
      • Court Order
Real ID Pricing for 4 years is $24 or 8 years is $48.

The Real ID will be mailed to successful applicants in about 10-15 business days. A 30-day temporary document will be issued on-site for use while you wait for your new ID. 

To schedule an appointment you can visit https://drive.ky.gov/Pages/Find-An-Office.aspx

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