(WFRV) – Planning to fly within the United States? Make sure your identification is REAL ID compliant, as federal requirements are now in effect.
In Wisconsin, you can tell if your driver’s license or state ID is compliant by checking for a star in the upper right-hand corner.
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If your card has the star, it meets the federal standards set by the REAL ID Act of 2005.
REAL IDs are required for domestic air travel and for accessing certain federal facilities, such as military bases or federal buildings.
If your ID does not have a star, you can still use it—just not for flying or entering those secured federal facilities. Residents who do not plan to fly do not need to upgrade.
To check your REAL ID status or learn how to get one, visit Wisconsin DMV’s REAL ID page.
