After summer vacation get the AZ Travel ID and be ready to travel next summer

Summer is here, schools are out and people are already packing the airports for the annual migration known as summer vacation. While other states travel to warmer locations, here in Arizona we travel to get away from the summer sun and heat. 

But did you know that starting next May the federal government will require new identification to get past TSA checkpoints? 

That’s right, beginning May 7, 2025, you will need a federally compliant credential such as the Arizona Travel ID to get past TSA checkpoints at airports for domestic flights. This credential is distinguished by a gold star in the upper right corner and is available to Arizona residents as a driver license or identification card.

Don’t get grounded, go to AZTravelID.com to learn more about the process and deadline. Join the 2.25 million Arizonans who have already upgraded to the Arizona Travel ID.

You can walk into an MVD office for this service, but we suggest scheduling an appointment and that can be done online at azmvdnow.gov. Even if you haven’t activated your AZ MVD NOW account, you can still schedule a Travel ID appointment.

Because the Arizona Travel ID is compliant with the federal standards, you will need to provide extra documentation like a birth certificate, Social Security number and proof of Arizona residency.

So enjoy your summer vacation at the beach, mountains or wherever you plan to cool off, and then make plans to update your current drive license or ID card to the Arizona Travel ID so you are ready to travel for next year’s summer getaway!

More information and a full list of qualifying documents are available at azdot.gov/TravelID