With the May 7, 2025 REAL ID deadline approaching, residents in Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Vermont, and Washington can use Enhanced Driver's Licenses (EDL) as a valid alternative. Here's what ...

EDL will also be accepted for official REAL ID purposes and can be identified by having an image of the U.S. flag and the word "Enhanced" at the top of the card. It can vary from state to state.

Vermont has adopted a new enhanced driver's license (EDL) system that can be used in the state's border crossing program with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The enhanced driver's ...