As we approach February 1, the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) reminds Arkansans a REAL ID may be obtained at any of the state’s 130-plus Revenue Offices.
Beginning February 1, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will begin charging a $45 fee to those boarding a flight without a REAL ID. This will apply to all travelers 18 years of age and older.
An active U.S. Passport is an acceptable alternative to a REAL ID to board.
The cost to obtain a REAL ID is ten dollars if the existing expiration date on a regular license is transferred to a REAL ID. The cost is $40 to establish a full eight years until expiration.
The Arkansas REAL ID has been available since October 2016. Approximately 1.2 million Arkansans have a REAL ID while 1.7 million have a regular license or state ID.
A full list of Revenue Offices can be found at Office Locations – Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.
Please note all State Offices, including Revenue Offices, are closed today (January 27). When Arkansans do visit the Revenue Office, a wait is not required. They can make an appointment to obtain a REAL ID. An agent will be waiting to serve them at that time, eliminating the wait. Appointments can be confirmed at AR MyDMV.
Below please find more information on the required documents to obtain a REAL ID. Arkansans must provide proof of legal presence, proof of identity, a Social Security Card, and proof of residency.
Required Documents for REAL ID
- Proof of Legal Presence
Examples of qualifying documents (one must be provided) include a U.S. Birth Certificate or U.S. Passport.
- Proof of Identity
Examples of qualifying documents (one must be provided) include a current driver’s license or ID, a school ID, a vehicle registration or title, a marriage certificate, or a Military ID.
- Proof of Social Security Number
A Social Security Card must be provided. For a replacement card, visit https://www.ssa.gov/number-card/replace-card or call 1-800-325-0778.
- Proof of Residency
Examples of qualifying documents (two must be provided) include a gas, water or electric bill in the applicant’s name, paycheck stub from within the last six months, an account statement from a bank or financial institution from within the last six months, a current state or federal tax return or a current homeowners, renters or motor vehicle insurance policy.