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Hi, my brother convinced me to consider applying for a REAL ID but what's even the point?!

Do you really need REAL ID or is just a standard ID more than enough?

Anyone with a REAL ID willing to share what the benefits are?

Thank you in advance, folks

Hello, great to hear that you've been thinking about applying for a REAL ID

In states that offer them, a REAL ID is basically a federally compliant form of ID and is required for domestic air travel. Not sure if this applies to you, but some states also require a REAL ID to enter secure federal facilities, like military bases.

That said, if you don't plan on flying too often or if you're not accessing military bases anyway, a standard ID is more than enough for most people. Besides, a standard ID is already good enough for voting, driving, identification, etc.

I hope that's cleared up any confusion