COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)– The Clock is ticking on getting a REAL ID in South Carolina. The Deadline is May 7, 2025.  After the May 7th deadline you will need a REAL ID to fly, enter a federal building, or go onto a military base. You will not need a REAL ID to drive, vote, or apply for benefits. Th e Columbia Metropolitan Airport released travel information about the REAL ID: Beginning May 7, 2025, individuals planning to use their South Carolina-issued driver’s license to fly out of Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) will need to have a gold star indicating that their license is REAL ID compliant to clear the security checkpoint and board a domestic/commercial flight. Please note: Travelers who do not present a REAL ID-compliant license or acceptable alternative beginning May 7, 2025, will not be permitted through the security checkpoint. Acceptable alternative forms of identification include: Valid and current US Passport US Passport Card Military ID DHS Trusted Traveler Card (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST) Permanent Resident Card Here is a link to the SC Department of Motor Vehicles http://For more REAL ID updates and information, please visit www.scdmvonline.com Here is a link to the Department of Homeland Security with details https://www.dhs.gov/real-id Categories: Local News, National News, State Tags: REAL ID ...read more read less