Are you REAL ID ready?
If your New York State license or ID does not have a star or a flag on it, then you do not have a REAL ID compliant document.
Starting May 2025, you must have a REAL ID compliant document (or a passport) to fly. You will not be allowed to board a plane using your regular ('Standard') license or ID. Learn more about REAL ID or Enhanced Licenses, Permits and IDs [1].
A non-driver ID is a photo ID card for someone who does not drive. A person of any age can get a non-driver ID card. You must apply in a DMV office.
If recently applied for a new, renewed or replacement non-driver ID, you can check the mailing status [11].
Sign up to get emails and/or text reminders [12] when your ID is about to expire.