As New Yorkers are arguing at DMV local offices to provide a true identification number before the deadline, some ask what other forms of identification will be accepted at airports. From May 7, every air traveler over the age of 18 will have to have compatible identification to pass through the security checkpoints at the US Airport. Without such, their internal travel plans can be removed or delayed.
The requirement arises from the 2005 real identifier Act, which establishes “minimum security standards for the state -issued driver’s license and identification cards”, according to the Ministry of Homeland Security.
Although this includes real identification numbers-a state-issued driver’s license or a star identification cards marked at the top-there are other acceptable forms of identity that Americans who have not yet updated their licenses can submit to the airport.
Here’s what travelers should know:
Real ID vs. enhanced ID
Some Americans may already have an improved identification number that is “state -issued enhanced driving licenses that provide proof of US identity and citizenship when crossing the US border to a vehicle,” according to DHS. They are currently issued by five states: Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Vermont and Washington as a convenient way to enter Canada, Mexico or the Caribbean.
Although not all improved identification numbers have star marking, they are considered a compatible form of identification, so they can be used as an alternative to a true airport identifier. They are distinguished by the image of the US flag and the word “improved” at the top.
Acceptable forms of true ID
According to the Transport Security Administration, these are the acceptable forms of a real identity card:
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Issued by the State Improved driver’s license (EDL) or Enhanced ID (EID)
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DHS reliable travelers (Global Entry, Nexus, Sentri, Fast)
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ID of the US Department of Defense, including personal documents issued to dependent
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Acceptable photo identification number issued by a federally recognized tribal nation/Indian tribe, including improved tribal cards (ETCS).
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Passport issued by a foreign government
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Canadian provincial driver’s license or map of Indian and northern questions Canada
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Transport worker identification
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Authorization Card (I-766)
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American sailor.
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Veteran identification card (VHIC)
Do I need a real ID if I have a passport?
No, if you have a current US passport or other TSA approved ID, you don’t need a real ID to travel internally.
How do I get a real ID?
The Real ID recently designed driver’s license card was released by the New York Motor Vehicle Department.
In order to obtain a real ID compatible license, people must personally visit the local New York office of motor vehicles with documents to prove the US citizenship and the New York residence.
The necessary documents include one proof of identity, such as a passport or birth certificate in the United States, evidence of a legal presence for non -US citizens, two evidence of a New York residence, your social security card and current driver’s license if you are applying for an exchange issued by another country in the United States.
For more details about acceptable documents, visit New York DMV Website dmv.ny.govS Note that the documents issued more than one year before your visit to the office will not be accepted.
There are no additional costs outside the renewal fee to obtain a real ID card.
DMV also offers an improved identifier that meets federal standards for real personal data. The increased identification number costs $ 30 extra and can be used as a return identification to the US on land or sea from Canada, Mexico and some Caribbean countries.
What happens if I don’t have a valid real airport identification number?
The TSA employee may ask you to complete an identity check process that includes a check on your name and current address to confirm your identity according to TSA. If your identity is confirmed, you will be allowed to enter the screening checkpoint where you may be subject to additional screening.
You will not be allowed to enter the security checkpoint if you decide not to provide acceptable identification, you refuse to collaborate with the identity verification process or your identity cannot be confirmed, TSA officials said.
Includes USA Today Network reporting
This article originally appeared in the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Don’t you have a real ID card? Here are other forms of ID card you can use to fly