REAL ID

The REAL ID deadline is looming in Massachusetts, and it appears that it's going to be too late for some people to obtain one before May 7.

The deadline is May 7, 2025 for all Massachusetts to receive their REAL ID.

According to LoPriore Insurance Agency, A REAL ID is a form of identification that meets enhanced security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and ID cards. It was passed by Congress in 2005 in response to the 9/11 attacks, as the REAL ID Act aimed to prevent airline terrorism by strengthening requirements for documents granting such as access to domestic planes and specific federal agencies.

Time is running short for Massachusetts residents to obtain a 'REAL ID' driver's license before the identification is required.

We've known for a while now that Real IDs were going to be standard practice, but do you really need one now?

We all need our licenses to get behind the wheel of a car, prove our age to get drinks or cash a check, but soon your Massachusetts license may not be good enough to get into federal facilities, take a White House tour or even get aboard a commercial flight.