REAL ID Now in Effect What You Need to Know

REAL ID requirements are now in effect as of May 7, 2025. This means that adults 18 and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or another TSA-accepted form of ID (like a passport) to board domestic flights or enter certain federal buildings.

The Office of Research Security and International Compliance (ORSIC) encourages our HSC community to take a moment to check your current ID—especially if you plan to travel within the U.S. or visit federal sites for work, training, or research. You can learn more at www.dhs.gov/real-id or reach out to us anytime at orsic@unthsc.edu.