MONTANA REAL ID
IT’S THE REAL ME
REAL INFO

The REAL ID deadline has been extended until May 7, 2025.

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WHAT IS REAL ID?
BENEFITS
COSTS

Is REAL ID for me?

You are not required to get a Montana REAL ID compliant license or ID; however, a Montana REAL ID compliant license or ID or another acceptable form of identification is required to fly domestically and access federal facilities by May 7, 2025. Alternative options, such as a passport or passport card, are acceptable forms of identification as well. Here are some reasons why choosing to upgrade your Montana license or ID to REAL ID can be beneficial for you…

So, What’s the REAL Difference?

REAL ID Credential

REAL ID compliant driver licenses and ID cards have a gold star in the upper right-hand corner of the license to indicate it is REAL ID compliant. This is the only physical difference from a non-compliant credential, but it allows airport and federal officials to quickly identify the card.

Standard Credential

Montana credentials already provide a high level of identity security and fraud deterrence. The only physical difference with non-compliant driver licenses and ID cards, issued after January 2019, is the text, “NOT FOR FEDERAL IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES,” in the upper right-hand corner.

GET YOUR REAL ID
1. Documents

Ensure you have all required documents to apply for REAL ID

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2. Appointment

Schedule your REAL ID appointment online or over the phone!

Schedule My Appointment
3. Apply

Bring all required documents and fill out an application at your appointment

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REAL ID costs
$25
+License fees
Existing ID, Renewal, New ID, Out-of-State Transfer
Adding REAL ID is now one flat fee.

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Can Lewis & Clark navigate Montana?

REAL ID Airport Ad
Now I can fly!

Lewis and Clark meet Evel Knievel

REAL ID Evel Name Change
What if my name has changed?

What does Evel need to prove it’s the “Real Me”?

REAL ID Required to Fly
REAL ID Required to Fly

REAL ID extended to May 3, 2023.

REAL ID Fees
REAL ID Fees

Captain Clark explains REAL ID fees.

Flying Internationally FAQ
Flying Internationally

When flying internationally…