On May 7, 2025, US travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities.
To accommodate the recent rush of residents seeking a REAL ID, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias introduced a designated “Get a REAL ID Portal“ which can be accessed online here: REAL ID.
The information can also be helpful for residents in planning ahead:
| To accommodate the recent surge in demand, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias introduced a new designated “Get A REAL ID” portal on the homepage of its website ilsos.gov. This enables Illinoisans to determine: 1) if they need a REAL ID before the May 7 federal enforcement period begins; and 2) how to find a walk-in location or schedule an appointment near them. The office has also announced new Saturday hours at 12 DMV facilities exclusively for REAL ID services and expanded Saturday hours at six DMVs beginning March 1 through May 10. |