With the federal REAL ID enforcement deadline of May 7th fast approaching, Missouri residents are urged to check if their driver’s license or ID is compliant, indicated by a star in the upper right corner. Passed after the 9/11 Commission’s recommendations, a REAL ID will soon be required for federal purposes like boarding domestic flights, though a passport remains an alternative. Applying for a REAL ID in Missouri requires presenting original documents verifying identity, lawful status, Social Security number, and proof of residency at a license office, with the process taking 7 to 10 days for the card to arrive.
