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Most of the Real ID application can be completed online before visiting a DMV location.
California Real ID travel requirements begin May 7, 2025. Find out what documents you need to make an appointment, how to apply online and tips to avoid delays.
California Real ID travel requirements begin in May 2025. How to renew your state driver’s license online, apply online, make an appointment and avoid lines.
To complete the process, visit a California DMV office in person. Bring your documents establishing your identity and residence, plus your Real ID application code, and pay a $35 fee.
How long does it take to receive a REAL ID? After an application is completed, the DMV said it takes about two weeks for the applicant to receive it through the U.S. Postal Service.
Californians can continue to apply for a REAL ID after the May 7 deadline. They are encouraged to fill out an online application at REALID.dmv.ca.gov and upload their documents.
What documents are needed for a Real ID in California? You’ll need to present several documents to apply for a REAL ID, according to the California DMV.
California Real ID travel requirements began May 7, 2025, for travelers boarding domestic plane flights. Find out how to apply online or make an appointment.
California Real ID travel requirements began May 7, 2025, for travelers boarding domestic plane flights. Find out how to apply online or make an appointment.
California Real ID travel requirements began May 7, 2025, for travelers boarding domestic plane flights. Find out how to apply online or make an appointment.