You need to know about REAL ID in Missouri.

Like the rest of the country, Missourians will need to get Real IDs if they want to continue to use their licenses or other state identification cards to board domestic flights and enter federal buildings.

The Real ID requirement has been extended by two years because of the coronaviruses.

The Real ID Act of 2005 requires the Missouri Department of Revenue to offer the new IDs at all state license offices.There is a gold star in the top right corner of the license.

After May 3, 2023, residents will need a Real ID or another approved form of identification to fly domestically, enter nuclear power plants and access federal buildings.

Go to the license office.If you want a standard license, you must specifically request a Real ID.

The four things applicants need to verify are identity, immigration status, social security number and Missouri residency.The process requires at least four documents.

The Department of Revenue has a full list of eligible documents and an interactive guide to help people determine what they need to bring.

Depending on the age and duration of the license, it could cost between $3.50 and $45 for a Real ID driver's license.

Since Real IDs became available, what do I do if I don't have a real ID?

If you need a new license before your license expires, Missouri license offices usually charge a fee.The Department of Revenue is waiving the fee for people who upgrade to a Real ID.The processing fees are $6 for a three-year license or $12 for six years.

No.Residents in Missouri don't have to apply for a Real ID license.If you plan to fly or visit a military base, you will need to provide another accepted form of identification.

Airline travelers with non compliant licenses can present a valid passport, passport card or other approved forms of identification.

The director of Missouri's Motor Vehicle and Driver Licensing Division said in a statement that his department expects license offices to have longer wait times as people apply for the new IDs.Plaggenberg recommends avoiding the lines and waiting until the rush is over.