Get the AZ Travel ID during National Tourism Week and be ready to travel in 2025

This week is National Tourism Week, which celebrates travel and encourages people to explore new places.

You might ask: Why is ADOT celebrating Tourism Week? Well, the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division isn't going to miss an opportunity to remind everyone planning their dream vacation to the beaches of Miami, the bright lights of New York City or the majestic mountains of Colorado that an Arizona Travel ID might be necessary for flights next year.

That's right, beginning May 7, 2025, you will need a federally compliant credential such as the Arizona Travel ID to get past TSA checkpoints at airports for domestic flights. This credential is distinguished by a gold star in the upper right corner and is available to Arizona residents as a driver license or identification card.

Don't get grounded, go to AZTravelID.com to learn more about the process and deadline.

Next May might seem like a long time from now. After all, it is still a year away. But it'll be here quickly. So join the 2.2 million Arizonans who have already upgraded to the Arizona Travel ID.

You can walk into an MVD office for this service, but we suggest scheduling an appointment and that can be done online at azmvdnow.gov. Even if you haven't activated your AZ MVD NOW account, you can still schedule a Travel ID appointment.

Because the Arizona Travel ID is compliant with the federal standards, you will need to provide extra documentation like a birth certificate, Social Security number and proof of Arizona residency.

So if you are planning to visit some of the major league baseball stadiums or to see your favorite Broadway play next year, now is a great time to get the Arizona Travel ID and be ready to fly to that great American destination you have been dreaming about.

More information and a full list of qualifying documents are available at azdot.gov/TravelID.

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