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Real ID Enforcement 2025-2026

The Real ID regime applies where federal agencies currently require identification to enter a facility, which is typically the higher-security or “secure” portions of federal buildings rather than all public-facing areas.

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Which federal facilities require Real ID-compliant identification for entry?

Beginning with staggered enforcement since 2015 and accelerated rules in 2025–2026, Real ID or an acceptable federal alternative is required to access many—but not all—federal facilities: broadly, sec...