(WBRE/WYOU) — The Hazleton and Tunkhannock DMV locations will be hosting a special "REAL ID Day" on February 10 as the deadline for REAL ID approaches.
As the federal REAL ID enforcement deadline of May 7, 2025 approaches, PennDOT announced they will hold special REAL ID service hours at the Tunkhannock and Hazleton DMV locations.
"Were committed to ensuring our customers are ready for the REAL ID enforcement deadline of May 7, 2025," said PennDOT Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kara Templeton. "By offering special hours on a day when our centers are typically closed, were providing an additional opportunity for those who want to obtain a REAL ID and be prepared. We are always looking for ways to provide a better service to residents and our REAL ID Days accomplishes that mission."
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On February 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. both locations will have REAL ID services available.
Getting a REAL ID is optional in Pennsylvania, but starting on May 7, 2025, you will need a REAL ID to:
Board domestic commercial flights.
Enter a military base.
Enter certain federal facilities that require a federally acceptable form of ID.
It is important to have the right documents when you go for your REAL ID.
Federal REAL ID regulations require that PennDOT must verify the following documents:
Proof of Identity: examples include an original or certified copy of a birth certificate filed with the State Office of Vital Records/Statistics with a raised/embossed seal, or a valid, unexpired U.S. Passport.
Proof of Social Security Number (proof must display current legal name and full nine digits of the Social Security Number): examples include a Social Security card, a W-2 form, a SSA-1099 form, a non-SSA-1099 form, or a pay stub.
Two Proofs of Current, Physical PA Address: examples include a current, unexpired PA driver's license or identification card, vehicle registration, or a utility bill with the same name and address.
Proof of all Legal Name Changes (if the current legal name is different than what is reflected on proof of identity document): examples include certified marriage certificate(s) issued by the County Court for each marriage, court order(s) approving a change in legal name, or adoption decree issued by your county's family court.
Note: If the current name is the same as what is reflected on the proof of identity document (usually birth certificate or passport), proof of legal name change does not need to be shown.
The Tunkhannock Driver License Center is located at 600 Hunter Highway Suite 12, Tunkhannack.
The Hazleton Driver License Center is located at 1052 South Church Street, Hazleton.
