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r/Pennsylvania on Reddit: What do I need to do for Real ID when renewing my DL?
April 24, 2024 -

So I am up for renewal next month, wanted to do my Real ID as the same time, do I need to do anything before hand? Or do I just do my renewal online like always and get my photo card then bring the proper docs to the DMV when I get my picture taken? TIA

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Philly Burbs
phillyburbs.com › story › news › local › 2025 › 04 › 02 › real-id-deadline-is-may-7-how-to-get-real-id-in-pa-pennsylvania-federal-access › 82758891007
Still need your Real ID? Here's what to do in PA ahead of May 7 deadline
April 2, 2025 - Standard driver's licenses and identification cards are still available. But without a Real ID, individuals must have an alternate form of federally acceptable identification (valid passport, military ID, etc.) to board domestic commercial flights and enter certain federal facilities once the deadline is reached.
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PSA: You don't have to go to a Real ID center to get a Real ID.
Yup went to local dmv - 15 min wait, got id in mail 6 days later More on reddit.com
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What do I need to do for Real ID when renewing my DL?
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Can you walk in DMV to get a Real ID and does getting a Real ID Renew your license?
I was able to get my real ID when I changed my name for marriage. I brought all documents and was in and out in 5 minutes More on reddit.com
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Can I renew my Real ID through the mail? Or do I have to go to a DMV?
I just renewed my real ID. They told me at the DMV once you have the real ID you will automatically continue to have it. More on reddit.com
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Transportation Security Administration
tsa.gov › news › press › releases › 2025 › 03 › 06 › pennsylvania-residents-will-need-real-id-board-airplane-starting-may
Pennsylvania residents will need a REAL ID to board an airplane starting May 2025 | Transportation Security Administration
If they received their first Pennsylvania driver’s license, learner’s permit or photo ID after September 3, 2003, they can check if PennDOT already has their documents on file by completing the REAL ID Online Pre-Verification application process. Required documents include one proof of identity (passport or U.S.
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Senator Nikil Saval
pasenatorsaval.com › home › real id
Real ID
December 15, 2022 - Visit any PennDOT Driver License Center to have your documents verified and imaged, and receive your REAL ID within 15 business days. Click the buttons below to learn more about whether you need a REAL ID, what documents you will need and steps ...
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JustAnswer
justanswer.com › law › s2xoz-need-real-id-asap-live-pennsylvania.html
Quick Guide: Getting Your Real ID in Pennsylvania
To obtain a Pennsylvania Real ID, bring proof of identity (e.g., valid passport or birth certificate), Social Security number, and two proofs of residency (like utility bills). Visit a PennDOT Driver License Center in person. Ensure all documents ...
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AAA Central Penn
centralpenn.aaa.com › blog › special-real-id-days-penndot
Special REAL ID Days at PennDOT | AAA Central Penn
This expiration date structure means that the customer won't lose time that they've already paid for. After the initial REAL ID product expires, the customer will pay no additional fee beyond regular renewal fees to renew a REAL ID product.
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
pa.gov › services › renew a driver's license
Renew a Driver's License | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
If there are no corrections or changes, other than a change of address, you can renew your driver's license online. Upon completing your driver's license/photo ID renewal online, you will receive a camera card in the mail within 14 days.
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
pa.gov › agencies › driver and vehicle services › driver services › licenses & photo ids
Licenses & Photo IDs | Driver and Vehicle Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Discover helpful tips and resources for new teen drivers about safety, training courses, license applications, and requirements to modify your license. Beginning May 7, 2025, you will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license/photo ID card, ...
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NBC10 Philadelphia
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74% of people in Pennsylvania don't have Real ID. Avoid these mistakes while getting one
April 11, 2025 - ... “As a reminder, Real ID is optional in Pennsylvania, which means Pennsylvanians can choose to get a Real ID driver license or photo ID,” PennDOT spokesperson Aimee Inama said.
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
pa.gov › agencies › driver and vehicle services › driver services › real id
REAL ID in Pennsylvania | Driver and Vehicle Services | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
You can request a REAL ID during your renewal by paying the one-time $30 REAL ID fee plus your standard renewal fee. Your renewal will be processed automatically. If you haven’t been pre-verified, you must visit a Driver License Center in ...
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Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
pa.gov › services › apply for real id
Apply for REAL ID | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
If eligible, you can complete pre-verification and order your REAL ID online. If not, you must visit a center in person. ... If PennDOT has already verified your documents, you can order your REAL ID online.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/pennsylvania › psa: you don't have to go to a real id center to get a real id.
r/Pennsylvania on Reddit: PSA: You don't have to go to a Real ID center to get a Real ID.
June 21, 2025 -

All PA Drivers license centers are able to process Real ID requests, and verify the documents, the only downside is you at most will have to wait 15 days to receive it in the mail.

"Driver License Centers verify your documents, but your REAL ID will be mailed within 15 business days."

https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dmv/faqs/driver-licensing-faqs/real-id-faqs.html

So if you don't have any travel coming up within 15 days, just save yourself a couple of hours and go to a regular Driver's license center that doesnt offer same day Real ID printing, bring your documents, and they will process them, you will pay, and they will ship you your new ID.

I did this, and was in and out within an hour, a couple days later I got my real ID in the mail.

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J.D. Power
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How To Renew Your Driver's License In Pennsylvania
December 1, 2022 - So, let’s consider what you’ll need for all the methods. As long as you’re not applying for a REAL ID-compliant license for the first time and there have been no changes to your name or address, you can easily renew the document through the PennDOT website.