Georgia residents only have two weeks left to ensure their driver’s licenses or ID cards are REAL ID-compliant before the rapidly approaching May 7, 2025, deadline. Starting that day, a standard Georgia driver’s license or ID without the designated REAL ID star will no longer be accepted to board domestic flights or enter certain federal buildings. The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) is urging residents to check their cards now to avoid potential travel disruptions next year. **How to Check Your ID:** Look at the top right corner of your Georgia-issued driver’s license or ID. If you see either a gold or a black star, you’re already compliant with REAL ID requirements and no further action is needed. “Both stars indicate compliance with federal REAL ID requirements,” stated DDS Commissioner Spencer R. Moore. “The color only changed due to a card design update.” **What if My ID Doesn’t Have a Star?** If your ID card lacks a star in the upper right corner, you will need to visit a DDS center to apply for a REAL ID. You will need to bring documentation proving your identity, Social Security number, and Georgia residency. “Most Georgians already have a REAL ID, especially if your card was issued after 2012,” explains the DDS. However, it’s essential to verify your compliance now to avoid any inconvenience when the federal mandate takes effect. Don’t wait until the last minute! Head to your local DDS office to secure your REAL ID and ensure seamless travel and access to federal facilities after May 7, 2025.