Do I need a REAL ID to fly out of New Mexico?
Yes, until 9/30/2021. Effective May 3, 2023, you must present a REAL ID-compliant DL/ID or another acceptable form of identification to board a domestic flight, enter a federal building, military base or nuclear facility.
What ID do you need to fly in 2021?
Beginning October 1, 2021, you will need a REAL ID- compliant driver’s license, enhanced driver’s license* or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. Check with your state driver’s license agency to verify that your state-issued ID is compliant.
Can I fly local with my driver’s license?
A REAL ID is a form of identification that meets increased security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards. Travelers will be required to provide either a REAL ID or another TSA-approved form of identification in order to fly after May 3, 2023.
How much is the REAL ID in New Mexico?
The fee is $18.00 for a four-year license or $34.00 for an eight-year license.
Can you get on a plane without an ID?
You may still fly on US domestic flights, provided that you go through additional identity and security screening at the TSA security checkpoint. So the bottom line is yes, you can fly domestically without a driver’s license, or other government-issued photo ID if either was lost or stolen.