Virginia's state-issued driver's licenses/ID cards that are REAL ID-compliant provide an extra level of security and meet a federal requirement that goes into effect in 2020.

Virginia’s REAL ID compliant driver’s license or ID will look just like current credentials except for a small star in the upper right corner, which signifies it meets federal requirements.

Beginning October 1, 2020, Virginians will need a REAL ID-compliant license or another acceptable form of identification, like a passport or military ID, to fly within the country. The following guide ...

There is a $10 fee in Virginia to get a REAL ID license, plus the cost of the driver’s license or ID card you’re applying for ($32 for a standard license renewal, $20 for a standard license ...

Virginia licenses aren't currently compliant with the federal REAL ID program, which was enacted after the Sept. 11 attacks. Beginning in October 2020, noncompliant IDs won't be sufficient for ...

UPDATED: July 31, 2019 at 5:28 PM EDT The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles began issuing REAL ID compliant driver’s licenses and identification cards Monday.

Virginia licenses aren't currently compliant with the federal REAL ID program, which was enacted after the Sept. 11 attacks.