As of May 7, 2025, you'll need a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. A REAL ID is a federally compliant DMV-issued driver license, learner permit, or non-driver ID that will be required to board a domestic flight (within the U.S.) or enter certain federal buildings, unless you have a valid passport.

If your New York State license or ID does not have a star or a flag on it, then you do not have a REAL ID-compliant license/document. You can visit the NYS DMV to find out more information.