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What is the cost of the REAL ID in Florida? The new mandatory identification for traveling within the United States

This certificate will be mandatory from May for all those who wish to travel around the North American country.

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The time to obtain the REAL ID is running out. Starting next May 7, anyone who wishes to travel by plane within the United States must carry this certificate mandatory. 

This measure was implemented as part of the ID Law, which seeks to establish higher security standards for identifications and driver's licenses issued by the various states in the North American country. 

In case of not having this identification, the following actions cannot be carried out: 

  • Board commercial flights within the United States regulated by the Federal Government. 

  • Enter Federal Government buildings or military facilities. 

  • Enter nuclear plants. 

In the case of Florida, this identification has been issued since 2010. However, there is still a large sector that has not processed this document yet, so it is important to know various details such as its price and the whole process to obtain it. 

When will the REAL ID cost in Florida? 

Regarding the Sunshine State, the costs to obtain this certification vary according to the type of document to be updated: 

  • Class E driver's license (for regular drivers) - $48 

  • Commercial driver's license (Class A) - $75 

  • State identification card - $25 

In addition, some local tax collection offices charge an additional service fee of $6.25. Therefore, it is necessary to consider the location from which the process will be carried out. 

To obtain the REAL ID, you only need to present the following documents: 

  • Valid U.S. passport 

  • Original birth certificate or certified copy

  • Certificate of naturalization or citizenship 

In the case of non-citizens, the following requirements must be presented: 

  • Valid permanent resident card 

  • Valid passport or government-issued document proving legal presence

  • Social Security card or proof of Social Security number

  • Two documents demonstrating primary residence such as bills or lease contracts. 

It is important to mention that the REAL ID consists of a small symbol, a golden star inside a circle, which is located in the upper right part and can be found on the driver's license or identification card. If you see this symbol, this process will not be necessary. 

To obtain the certification, it is necessary to go to an office of the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV by its acronym in English). Regarding the waiting time, it can be from a few days to 2 months. The REAL ID is valid for up to 4 years. 

*This article has been translated automatically using artificial intelligence