The maine bureau of motor vehicles began in july offering residents the option of drivers licenses and state identification cards that comply with the federal real id act of 2005. As of october 1, 2021, the real id will serve as federal identification for domestic travel and entry into federal and military buildings your standard id card will no longer be accepted alone, and youll need to bring additional identification with you. Maine residents are able to obtain real idcompliance licenses at state bureau of motor vehicles offices. The state gets more time to introduce technology on drivers licenses and other cards used for entry into some federal buildings, but the. So they want gates over who and he wants id2020 maine. All three will be acceptable for driving purposes, but beginning oct. Maine rollout of real id law causes hiccups for some users. In october 2020, those without the new cards will have to use additional identifying documents, such as a passport, to travel on a commercial aircraft or get into secure federal buildings. Maine to clean up card confusion over real id noncompliance.
Anyone entering nuclear sites, military bases and federal facilities has been required to present a real id since 2014. Residents can apply for a real id beginning in mid2019. Federal agencies can accept drivers licenses and identification cards from maine at federal facilities and nuclear power plants. As of october 1, 2021, the real id will serve as federal identification for domestic travel and entry into federal and military buildingsyour standard license will no longer be accepted alone, and youll need to bring additional. According to maine law, the requirements for real id must be met by july 1st, 2019. Maine residents who want to use air travel have exactly a year to bring their identification cards into compliance with real id laws. Augusta secretary of state matthew dunlap is reminding all maine residents that maine drivers licenses and id cards are currently valid for federal purposes such as air travel. From the quaint to the modern, theres a maine resort for every style. Maine secretary, tsa discuss real id conversion at. It is available as both a driver license and identification card. Maine announced last year they would start real id. Real idcompliant cards are marked with a star at the top of the card. Maine rollout of real id law is already causing problems. The transportation security administration is reminding travelers that beginning october 1, 2020, every traveler must present a real idcompliant drivers license, or another acceptable form of identification, to fly within the united states.
Residents of maine will need a real id drivers license to. The maine secretary of states office said the new licenses are available at all bmv branches. That generally means bringing a birth certificate or passport, a social security card or tax form such as a w2, and two proofs of address. Augusta, maine ap the maine bureau of motor vehicles is working to clarify the language on drivers licenses and identification cards in the state that arent compliant with the real id act. Real id explained by the gov official just pick a video of ceos and world leaders pushing it.
We will always do our best to make sure you have the best travel experience possible. Maine given extension on real id compliance deadline. You can apply for both a passport book and passport card at the same time using either form ds11 apply in person or form ds82 renew by mail must be eligible. Real id is voluntary in new hampshire, but you should consider it if you want to travel by air domestically, or enter a secure federal facility such as a military base or courthouse and you do not have a passport, or other federal identification, or if you. Starting october 1, 2020, every air traveler will need a real id compliant drivers license, or another acceptable form of identification like a passport, for domestic air travel. Augusta wgme the maine secretary of states office says that october 1 marks exactly one year away from the 2020 deadline to get real ids before new federal regulations kick in. A real id is indicated by the star in the upper righthand corner of your drivers license, permit, or state identification card. It explains that any id that says, not for real id purposes, is still valid to complete any transaction in the state of maine. The real id technically is not mandatory because you can instead use other approved documents, including a passport, passport card, u. And it appears gates wants everybody to have it and the vaccine together to people to show proof of vaccination before being allowed to travel. The act established minimum security standards for license issuance and production and. For international travel, youll still need a passport. The good new is that yes, maine is in the process of completing the transfer to the real id licenses. Bangor, maine wabi its been nearly 15 years since congress passed the real id act.
Frequently asked questions and answers regarding the implementation the real id act. Real idcompliant licenses are valid for air travel as well as other federal identification purposes. Maine licenses acceptable for federal id purposes through. Maine is among the last states to comply with the federal flying. As of july 1, 2019, the maine bureau of motor vehicles. Though a real id card will be required for the purpose of federal identification starting on october 1, 2020, maine does not currently issue real idcompliant licenses or ids. Kentucky, pennsylvania, new jersey, rhode island and maine, plus american samoa, have.
Augusta, maine maine residents who want to board an airplane will soon need a star on their drivers license, indicating that it is a real id credential, or they will need another form of approved identification to board their flight or enter a secure federal facility or military base. The me bmv has begun issuing federallycompliant real id drivers licenses in addition to noncompliant drivers licenses. Individuals who are unable to verify their identity will not be permitted to enter the tsa. Mainers have 1 year to comply with real id law maine. Beginning october 1, 2021, every traveler must present a real idcompliant drivers license, stateissued enhanced drivers license, or other acceptable forms of identification, such as a valid passport or u. Real id frequently asked questions homeland security. Without change in state law, maine ids wont get mainers. Afterward, a passport or federal id will be necessary to board a plane. Maine department of the secretary of state as of july 1, 2019, the maine bureau of motor vehicles 2076268400 is offering maine residents the option of obtaining drivers licenses and state identification cards that comply with the federal real id act of 2005. Secure drivers licenses and identification documents are a vital component of a holistic national security strategy.
Pick the perfect maine cottage or seaside inn for a serene escape, or follow the call of the wild at a campground or wilderness lodge. As of october 1, 2021, the real id will serve as federal identification for domestic travel and entry into federal and military buildingsyour standard id card will no longer be accepted alone, and youll need to bring additional identification with you. Maine real id extension updates official travel documents. Airports and the tsa are gearing up for the real id. Also worth noting is bringing the correct documentation if youve had a name change. Mainers who want to use air travel have less than a year to bring their identification cards into compliance with federal real id laws. The arizona travel id is the credential that complies with the federal real id act of 2005.
Unlike global entry and tsa precheck, its not a program that you can enroll in. Maines real id drivers licenses and identification cards have a star in the upper right corner. There is a gold star embedded in the card to show that the cardholder has provided added proof of identification to ensure the license or. Review the complete list of acceptable identification. Real id refers to a law that was passed after 911 to address security concerns with photo ids and establish uniform standards, but theres been a fair amount of pushback from those who consider this government overreach. Now 12 years later, the state is finally issuing compliant identification maine news, sports, politics, election results, and obituaries from. The maine bureau of motor vehicles is now offering real id compliant drivers licenses to mainers. Do you need a real id if you have global entry or tsa. Maine real id cards the me bmv has begun issuing federallycompliant real id identification cards in addition to noncompliant id cards. In the latest maine real id updates, the state has requested an extension to comply with real id requirements.
If it is real id compliant, there will be a star in the top right corner. For additional information about passports, visit the u. Beginning october 1, 2021, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a real idcompliant drivers license, stateissued enhanced drivers license, or another acceptable form of id to fly within the united states. Nonreal id licenses are valid for all instate transactions. The maine bureau of motor vehicles began issuing real idcompliant drivers licenses and state identification cards on july 1, 2019. Ahead of busy holiday travel season, tsa officials. Airports and the tsa are gearing up for the real id deadline. This means that you will not be able to use your current maine dmv identification card for the purposes of boarding a domestic flight. Federal agencies can accept drivers licenses and identification cards from maine at federal facilities and nuclear power plants maine bureau of motor vehicles.
If this extension is approved, the new deadline would be october 1st, 2020. Maine has been granted an extension through october 10, 2019. What you need to know now that maines drivers licenses. Nonreal id licenses are valid for all instate transactions augusta secretary of state matthew dunlap is reaching out to help educate the public now that the maine bureau of motor vehicles is issuing two different types of drivers licenses and state identification cards. Maine licenses acceptable for federal id purposes through oct. To apply for or renew both the book and card, check the appropriate box at the top of the form to. The real id act, passed by congress in 2005, enacted the 911 commissions recommendation that the federal government set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as drivers licenses. Real id driver licensing division of motor vehicles. For a complete list of acceptable documents, please view the acceptable identification documents.
In october 2017, the department of homeland security issued a oneyear waiver for the state of maines real id act compliance, which will allow federal agencies. Beginning october 2020, the federal government will require real idcompliant identification for domestic air travel or access to secure federal facilities. The state expects to issue real id compliant licenses beginning july 2019. Augusta secretary of state matthew dunlap is reaching out to help educate the public now that the maine bureau of motor vehicles is issuing two different types of drivers licenses and state identification cards. The me bmv has begun issuing federallycompliant real id identification cards in addition to noncompliant id cards. Our last visit our, because i am on this journey with you to the topic of californias real id. Any person who desires a real idcompliant license or id can now obtain one at their local bmv office. Maine, minnesota, missouri, montana, oklahoma, pennsylvania, south carolina, and washington. This has caused some confusion for maine residents who try to use identification that isnt real id compliant to do things like register to vote or. Many mainers are still choosing to renew their standard license.
Maine secretary, tsa discuss real id conversion at airports maines secretary of state and a representative from the federal transportation security administration are. To get a real id, you need to present documents to your motor vehicle department proving your age and identity, social security number and address. What is real id and will it affect your travel plans. Tsa confirms real id deadline extension travel market report. If you do not have an id compliant with real id standards, all you have to do is present an additional form of acceptable id to prove who you are. The latest waiver is set to expire on october 10th of this year.
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