ICYMI: Governor Murphy and Acting NJMVC Chief Administrator Littles-Floyd Announce Launch of 'REAL ID Tuesdays'

From: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
May 2, 2025

“REAL ID Tuesdays” Will Be Held Every Other Tuesday Starting May 20, 2025

Will Add Approximately 5,200 Additional REAL ID Appointments Every Two Weeks

TRENTON — Building on the success of “REAL ID Thursdays,” Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJMVC) Acting Chief Administrator Latrecia Littles-Floyd on May 2nd, announced the introduction of “REAL ID Tuesdays” at Licensing Centers.

“As we quickly approach the federal deadline for REAL ID, I am proud to announce the addition of ‘REAL ID Tuesdays’—another tool we are using to expand access to REAL ID appointments,” said Governor Murphy. “We have offered eligible residents the opportunity to upgrade to a REAL ID for five years but, as we enter the home stretch before the federal deadline, we will continue doing everything we can to expand appointments.”

“With federal enforcement approaching, the Motor Vehicle Commission is dedicated to assisting as many New Jerseyans as possible who need or want to get a REAL ID,” said Acting NJMVC Chief Administrator Latrecia Littles-Floyd. “To this end, we will be increasing the number of REAL ID appointments available on alternating Tuesdays to better accommodate customer demand. Remember, if you already have another form of acceptable identification such as a valid passport, you may use that document to board domestic flights, or until you can secure a REAL ID driver license or ID at a convenient time.”

Beginning Tuesday, May 20, 2025, approximately 5,200 additional REAL ID appointments will be serviced at NJMVC Licensing Centers every other Tuesday going forward. These new appointments for “REAL ID Tuesdays” will be available for booking on the NJMVC’s appointment scheduler starting Monday morning, May 5, 2025.

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, the federal government will commence REAL ID enforcement. Starting that day, individuals will be required to provide a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID, or another federally approved form of identification, such as a passport, to board domestic flights and enter certain federal facilities.

The NJMVC remains committed to its expanded issuance of REAL IDs at Licensing Centers and Mobile Units statewide, continuing through and beyond May 7. Over the last several months, the Commission has made repeated additions and reallocations of appointments to service more customers with REAL ID; launched dedicated REAL ID days on Thursdays and, now, Tuesdays; expanded its Mobile Unit program to service more customers with REAL ID directly in their local communities; introduced a REAL ID Emergency Issuance Program for qualified customers; and more.

For more information about REAL ID in New Jersey, visit REALID.nj.gov. Customers should check the website before scheduling an appointment to learn about REAL ID and ensure they have the necessary documents to get a REAL ID.

Please visit TSA.gov for more information about federal REAL ID enforcement.

Latest News

Statement from Governor Phil Murphy, Senate President Nicholas Scutari, and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin on PJM's Base Residual Auction

From: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
July 23, 2025
“New Jersey cannot and will not accept a system that puts profits for out-of-state generators ahead of affordability for our residents. Our clean energy goals have always been rooted in… Read More

Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Directing New Jersey State Agencies to Review Impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

From: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
July 23, 2025
TRENTON - Following the enactment of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA, P.L. 119-21), Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 393, directing State agencies to… Read More

Governors to Collaborate on Effort to Address Regional Electricity Grid Challenges

From: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
July 23, 2025
States to Hold Technical Conference to Explore Options to Protect Consumers TRENTON - The governors of states in the PJM Interconnection on July 23 announced they will join together to host a… Read More

Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Establishing Digital Driver's Licenses

From: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
July 23, 2025
TRENTON - Governor Murphy on July 23 signed legislation that requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to create digital driver’s licenses and digital non-driver identification cards.… Read More

Governor Murphy Takes Action on Legislation

From: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy
July 23, 2025
TRENTON - On July 23, 2025, Governor Murphy signed the following bills into law: A-4178/S-4553 (Swain/Sarlo) - Authorizes State Treasurer to grant temporary deed of easement in Borough of Sea Girt… Read More