3 things you need to know about changes to travel requirements in 2023

(APRIL 29, 2022) You have one more year to get ready. That's what Oregon's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) wants you to know. Starting May 3, 2023, Oregonians will need to show a different form of identification (ID) to get through airport security. That is when the national Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will stop accepting your standard Oregon driver license or ID card. That new ID requirement also applies at other federal facilities such as military bases. This means that if you usually travel with your Oregon license, permit or ID card you need to be prepared to act before your next flight.

Here are the three key things you need to know to be Real ID ready:

1. You will need to visit an Oregon DMV office to be issued a Real ID compliant license, permit, or ID card. The most convenient time to make the switch is when you are renewing your card, but you may need to replace it earlier if you know you plan to travel.

2. Additional documents are required to issue a Real ID. Go to Oregon.gov/realID to create a handy checklist of documents to bring with you

3. Getting a Real ID card from Oregon DMV is a choice. There are many forms of Real ID credentials you may already have and can use for travel -- the most common is a passport or passport card.