Dear Friend,

As of yesterday, May 7, 2025, you will need a REAL ID or another federally accepted form of identification, such as a U.S. Passport, to board domestic flights and enter certain federal buildings.  

Getting a REAL ID is not mandatory. However, if you plan to fly within the United States and do not have a valid U.S. Passport, you will need a REAL ID driver's license or another acceptable form of ID. To see a full list of acceptable identification at the TSA checkpoint, click here.  

You can continue to drive with a standard New Jersey driver’s license, and if you have a valid U.S. Passport, you may use that for travel instead of a REAL ID. If you don’t have a passport or an up-to-date passport, now is the time to act — and my office has resources to help.  

Traveling After May 7 Without an Up-to-Date Passport? 

If you need to fly and do not have an up-to-date U.S. Passport, our office may be able to assist you.  

• You can apply for a new passport or renewal by following the instructions on Travel.State.Gov. You can check the current processing times for U.S Passports here.  
• You can also get assistance on applying for or renewing a passport from your county government: 
  • Burlington County click here
  • Camden County click here
  • Gloucester County click here

Please remember that passport appointments are only accepted within two weeks of a travel date and aren’t always guaranteed.  It is best to apply for or renew your passport at least 3 to 6 months before you plan to travel.  If you need assistance, you can fill out this Privacy Release Form so our team can begin trying to assist you.  

How do I get a REAL ID? 

You can schedule an appointment at REALID.nj.gov. To find out what you need to bring with you for your REAL ID appointment, a full checklist and document selector tool are available here.  

Still Need Assistance? Local Officials Are Here to Help 

If you have any questions about REAL ID or have experienced issues securing an appointment, please contact your representative in the New Jersey State Legislature.  

Not sure who your representative is? Find out here.  

Please remember my staff are also available to provide assistance with federal agencies. If you are experiencing problems with federal services such as Medicare or veterans' benefits, please contact the office at (856) 427-7000. We will work hard to ensure that your problem is resolved.

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Sincerely,

Donald Norcross
Member of Congress

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