The countdown is on: In less than 20 days, the REAL ID requirement will take effect, requiring Americans to obtain a new form of identification in order to fly domestically.
Other identification that will be accepted in lieu of a REAL ID include a valid U.S. passport or passport card; DHS trusted traveler cards such as Global Entry; Department of Defense IDs; permanent resident cards; and border crossing cards.
As of Friday morning in New Jersey, the Department of Motor Vehicles (NJDMV) website showed “0 appointments available” for REAL ID services on its site.
There were, however, 13,380 appointments available for non-driver IDs and 31,107 appointments open for transferring drivers’ licenses from out of state.
DMVs across the country are reportedly working to meet the demand, with some implementing Saturday REAL ID events and extending appointment hours during the week.