Example Real ID courtesy of Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles. The star in the top right corner of the ID indicates Real ID compliance.
Beginning May 7, 2025, Louisiana residents will need a Real ID for domestic and international air and train travel. These enhanced IDs, bearing a gold star in the top right corner, provide an extra level of security by preventing counterfeits, thanks to Congress’ Real ID Act of 2005. The new IDs will allow citizens to travel into Canada without a passport.
To get your own, bring the following to the OMV:
- Two pieces of proof of residence (paycheck, utility bill, bank statement)
- Identity and citizenship (birth certificate or passport)
- Social Security information (your card, a W-2, or a pay stub)
Residents who don’t update their IDs in time will be able to use their passports. See the Office of Motor Vehicles website for more information.
Amara Natal • Sep 7, 2024 at 10:39 am
I’m a 7th grader and I can’t come up with a new LASID
Frances Reed • Sep 6, 2024 at 6:42 pm
Where do I go to get this license with the star on it ? How much will it cost ?
Sandra’s • Sep 6, 2024 at 5:43 pm
How much will this cost.. I just updated my license in January
Martin Deshotel • Sep 6, 2024 at 4:14 pm
How much does this cost
Dorothy Clouser • Sep 6, 2024 at 1:43 pm
If you have a drivers license do you still need to bring proof