The New York Department of Motor Vehicles wants to make it easier to get an appointment and get a Real ID . So, it’s opening select branches on Saturday mornings, starting next month.
“We want to make sure all New Yorkers are REAL ID compliant as soon as possible. That’s why beginning in April and continuing through June we will be opening 10 downstate locations on Saturday mornings for REAL ID processing,” DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder said in a statement . “I’m encouraging all New Yorkers to make your appointment today and to check out our online resources that can help you prepare your REAL ID application. We want every DMV visit to be a one and done, whether you visit us on a Saturday or during the week.”
Starting May 7, all U.S. travelers will be required to have a Real ID for domestic flights , or use their passport as identification. New Yorkers are encouraged to get a Real ID even if their driver’s license or non-driver ID isn’t due for renewal…