Do I have to get a Real ID in Louisiana? What to know about deadlines and requirements
In Louisiana, a Real ID-compliant driver's license or identification card is required for domestic air travel for individuals 18 years-of-age and older starting May 7, 2025.
Real ID driver's licenses cost $32.25, or $18.75 for drivers 70 years-of-age and older.
When obtaining a Real ID, residents will have to provide documentation showing your full legal name, date of birth, Social Security number, lawful status and two proofs of address.
To get a Real ID, Louisiana residents must visit an Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) field office or a Public Tag Agent location, says the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles.
Residents can also obtain Real IDs from title and notary offices, however, an additional convenience fee will be required.
Unlike standard IDs, Real IDs will display a gold circle with a star cutout in the top-right corner. The star in the upper-right corner indicates adherence to federal security standards, according to the Transportation Security Administration.
To get a Real ID in Louisiana, residents will need documents that prove identity, date of birth and lawful status. Residents will also need their social security card for proof of a social security number, as well as two proofs of principle residence from separate sources, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Birth Certificate
Employment Authorization card
SSA-1099 form
School records
Proof of name change
Homeowners insurance policy or premium bill
Unexpired U.S. passport
Consular Report of Birth Abroad
Pay Stub
Green Card
Auto Insurance Card
Valid, unexpired foreign passport with i-94
Medicaid or Medicare benefit statement
A w-2 form
Certificate of citizenship
Voter registration card
PA vehicle registration card
Presley Bo Tyler is a reporter for the Louisiana Deep South Connect Team for Gannett/USA Today. Find her on X @PresleyTyler02 and email at PTyler@Gannett.com
This article originally appeared on Shreveport Times: What documents do I need for a Real ID in Louisiana? When is deadline?
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