What is Real ID and do I need one?
WHAT IS A REAL ID?
REAL ID CREDENTIAL
STANDARD CREDENTIAL
REAL ID compliant driver licenses and identification cards have a gold star in the upper right-hand corner of the license to indicate it is REAL ID compliant. This is the only physical difference from a non-compliant credential, but it allows airport and federal officials to quickly identify the card.
Oklahoma credentials already provide a high level of identity security and fraud deterrence. The only physical difference with non-compliant driver licenses and identification cards will be not having a star in the upper right-hand corner.
DO I NEED A REAL ID?
You are not required to get an Oklahoma REAL ID compliant license or identification card; however, if you plan to fly domestically or access federal facilities or military bases after May 3, 2023, you must have a REAL ID compliant license or identification card or another acceptable form of identification such as a passport or passport card. If you already have your passport, we suggest waiting to get your REAL ID compliant license when your current license expires.
In order to obtain a REAL ID you will need to provide proof of identity/lawful presence in the United States, your social security number and two proofs of your current Oklahoma address.
For a full list of acceptable documents view our REAL ID Document Checklist.
Take the quiz and find out if you need REAL ID
Watch the video to find out what you need to get a REAL ID
Any of the forms of identification below, except the birth certificate, can be presented to fly within the United States or to enter a federal location. As long as you have one of these, you do not need a REAL ID. Remember to check your passport expiration date and renew if needed. Any of the below can be presented to fly within the United States or to enter a federal location. As long as you have one of these, you do not need a REAL ID.
Remember to check your passport expiration date and renew if needed.
Proof of Identity
Certificate of Live Birth
United States Passport
Citizenship Certificate
Naturalization Certificate
Consular Birth Abroad
Permanent Resident
Employee Authorization Card
Foreign Passport
Disclaimer: Contact the Department of Public Safety (DPS) if you have questions about or need assistance with the documents required to obtain a REAL ID. DPS reserves the right to reject unverifiable documents, request additional documents and investigate documents presented.
