Check your driver’s license or state ID for a gold or black star in the upper right corner
Look for wording such as “REAL ID” or “Enhanced” on the card
Verify that it was issued by your state’s DMV or licensing agency after you provided identity documents
Confirm whether it is accepted for federal purposes like boarding domestic flights and entering certain federal facilities
Compare your card against your state’s DMV website or contact your DMV to confirm its status
If your card does not have the star or equivalent marking, it is likely not a Real ID
Check the expiration date and issue date, since older IDs may need to be upgraded
Review any paperwork or email from the DMV that mentions Real ID compliance