REAL ID in Minnesota Requirements

 REAL ID in Minnesota

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REAL ID driver's license and ID card

Are you REAL ID ready? Federal enforcement began May 7, 2025

As of May 7, Minnesotans 18 years of age or older can no longer use their standard driver's license or identification card to board domestic flights or enter certain federal facilities. Instead, they will need one of three options:

• Minnesota REAL ID driver's license or identification card.
• Minnesota Enhanced driver's license or identification card.
• Another federally-approved form of identification, which includes:
  • U.S. passport or passport card
  • Foreign government-issued passport
  • U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
  • Permanent resident card
  • Border crossing card
  • Federally recognized, tribal-issued photo ID
  • U.S. Department of defense ID, including IDs issued to dependents

If you are not sure which license type is right for you, use Help Me Choose a Type of License or ID.

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To obtain a REAL ID in Minnesota, you need to provide the following:

• Proof of identity, lawful U.S. presence, and birthdate: This can include a U.S. passport or birth certificate. 

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• Proof of Social Security: This may include your Social Security card. 

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• Proof of Minnesota residency: You need to provide two documents that show your current Minnesota address, such as a bank statement or utility bill. 

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• Payment for the applicable license or ID fee. 

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  As of May 7, 2025, standard driver's licenses will no longer be accepted for boarding domestic flights or entering certain federal facilities, making a REAL ID necessary. 

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• STATE ID: Driver's License for All | Minnesota Department of Public Safety