What exactly is this Real ID that everyone is talking about? Will everyone be required to get it? Here's what you need to know: First let’s start with what it is? In short, the real ID is a requirement by the federal government for anyone who wishes to use their driver’s license or Identification (ID) card to board an airplane or enter military bases and most federal facilities. Real ID will be required starting October 1, 2020 and is the first identification card to comply w