Time is running out for Virginians who still need to obtain a Real ID driver’s license. Starting May 7, the federal government will require Real ID–compliant licenses for domestic air travel and entry into certain federal facilities, including military bases.

To apply, residents must start the process on the Virginia DMV website and complete it in person by bringing the necessary documents and paying a $10 fee at a DMV customer service center. A list of DMV locations is available online.

Applicants must present proof of identity and legal presence in the United States — a current driver’s license alone will not suffice. Instead, a U.S. passport or birth certificate is required. In addition, applicants must provide their Social Security number (on a Social Security card or W-2) and two proofs of Virginia residency, such as a recent utility bill or rental agreement.

If the name on any documents differs from an applicant’s current legal name, proof of the name change, such as a marriage certificate or divorce decree, must also be shown. The DMV emphasizes that original documents are required for identity and legal presence; only residency documents may be printouts.

As of March, 59 percent of Virginia’s active driver’s licenses and IDs were Real ID–compliant, according to the DMV. Virginians without a Real ID may still use a passport or other federally approved identification for domestic travel after the deadline. A full list of acceptable documents is available on the Virginia DMV’s Real ID FAQ page.