Laura Hruby, director of Consular Affairs at the State Department's Office of Public and Congressional Affairs, discusses the ...

After years of delays, the REAL ID deadline officially arrived, and travelers across the country are navigating new rules and ...

U.S. travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant license or identification card to fly domestically starting May 7, 2025.

The REAL ID requirement for domestic air travel in the U.S. began on May 7. Initial reports from several major airports indicate smooth implementation with minimal passenger disruption. Most ...