Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is trying to clear up confusion over the REAL ID.
Giannoulias said on Monday that Americans will need a REAL ID – or a legal passport – to fly domestically starting Wednesday, but that his offices will continue to issue REAL IDs. Again, he stressed, that individuals who have a valid U.S. passport, Military ID, Green Card, or Global Entry and those under the age of 18 will not need a REAL ID to fly.
The Secretary of State noted that if you’re not traveling soon, you probably don’t need a REAL ID right away and should consider waiting to avoid delays at Secretary of State facilities.
He also announced the office is extending its REAL ID Saturdays program and REAL ID Supercenter until the end of May to provide more options to get one. Before visiting a DMV to get a REAL ID, Giannoulias urged residents to confirm that they actually need one.
As per the office of the SoS, more information can be found at ilsos.gov.
