{"id":5430,"date":"2026-04-06T10:11:51","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:11:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/?p=5430"},"modified":"2026-04-14T11:48:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T16:48:23","slug":"can-i-get-the-real-id-with-a-work-permit-in-maryland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/en\/can-i-get-the-real-id-with-a-work-permit-in-maryland\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I get the real ID with a work permit in Maryland?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5430\" class=\"elementor elementor-5430 elementor-4254\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-481b74e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"481b74e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39003d4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"39003d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The question \u201ccan I get a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usa.gov\/real-id\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">REAL ID<\/a>\u00a0with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/blog\/ajuste-de-estatus-sin-entrevista-sterling-paso-paso\/\">a work permit<\/a>\u00a0in Maryland?\u201d is one of the most frequent among people with temporary work authorization.<\/p><p>Understanding the scope of your\u00a0<em>Employment Authorization Document (EAD<\/em>) and state requirements helps you avoid rejections and repeat appointments.<\/p><p>The urgency is not theoretical:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tsa.gov\/news\/press\/releases\/2025\/04\/11\/tsa-begins-real-id-full-enforcement-may-7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">since May 7, 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)<\/a>\u00a0requires identification compatible with identification card (REAL ID), or an accepted alternative document, such as a passport, to board domestic flights in the United States.<\/p><p>In this context, Maryland offers a relatively predictable environment:<a href=\"https:\/\/dbm.maryland.gov\/budget\/FY2026Testimony\/J00E00.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a098% of eligible residents<\/a>\u00a0already had REAL ID documentation on file. That\u2019s more than 4.8 million out of 5.1 million, according to the Maryland Department of Transportation\u2019s Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA), suggesting stable criteria and clear procedures when you present the right evidence.<\/p><p>In this article, at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/en\/\">Lorenzo Law Group\/Immigration Lawyers<\/a>\u00a0we explain based on state and federal regulations when the work permit allows you to obtain REAL ID, what documents the MVA requires and what alternatives exist if, due to your immigration situation, you only qualify for an incompatible license.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63869fc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"63869fc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">REAL ID for undocumented immigrants and driver\u2019s license\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-754d66b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"754d66b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Although the expression \u201cREAL ID for the undocumented\u201d is frequently searched, it does not actually exist, as there is no version of this document for people without\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/en\/blog\/2026-guide-how-to-change-my-social-security-status\/\">legal status<\/a>\u00a0in the U.S.<\/p><p>It is an identification that can only be issued to those who have verifiable legal presence.<\/p><p>However, you can get a driver\u2019s license in California for undocumented immigrants. \u00a0Some states, including Maryland, offer driver\u2019s licenses or state IDs that don\u2019t support REAL ID for those who don\u2019t qualify.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dhs.gov\/archive\/real-id-public-faqs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The REAL ID Act<\/a>, passed by Congress in 2005, sets a minimum standard of security for state licenses and ID cards that can be used for federal purposes such as boarding domestic flights or accessing federal facilities.<\/p><p>A REAL ID-compatible ID has additional requirements and is marked with a special star or symbol to indicate compliance.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f5f4da7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f5f4da7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What is the difference between REAL ID and driver\u2019s license?\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ffde495 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ffde495\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Driver\u2019s license or non-compliant<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>REAL ID (Supported ID)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Use for domestic flights<\/td><td>It may not be accepted at TSA checkpoints.<\/td><td>Accepted as identification for flights and federal buildings.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Level of documentary verification<\/td><td>Simpler requirements.<\/td><td>Requires additional documents, age, identity, Social Security number, residency.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal Validity<\/td><td>Limited use.<\/td><td>Expanded use for federal functions.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>If you have a simple state license or non-compliant ID, it may not be accepted for domestic travel after the federal deadline has passed.<\/p><p>In practical terms, REAL ID provides an additional level of verification and security on a federal scale.<\/p><p>While a regular license is still valid for driving or identification within the state, only REAL ID meets TSA-mandated standards for domestic flights and access to federal buildings.<\/p><\/figure>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bda3622 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bda3622\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What do you need to get a REAL ID in Maryland?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3528832 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3528832\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mva.maryland.gov\/drivers\/Pages\/non-compliant-drivers-licenses.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EAD can open the door to REAL ID<\/a>\u00a0if it is current and if you present the required additional documentation.<\/p><p>The process for a REAL ID in Maryland requires the applicant to demonstrate legal immigration status or some recognized permit in order to be eligible for a federally compliant ID.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a8550b4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a8550b4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">So, is the work permit enough?\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3bad591 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3bad591\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>In many cases, yes. If you have a renewable work permit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-765\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Form I-766<\/a>\u00a0issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.<\/p><p>That document can serve as proof of identity and legal status when applying for a REAL ID in Maryland, as long as you meet other requirements.<\/p><p>The Maryland MVA defines what you should bring to your appointment:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A document that proves\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mva.maryland.gov\/Pages\/realid.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your age and identity<\/a>\u00a0(and the EAD can do this job).<\/li><li>A document that proves your Social Security number (such as a card or receipt).<\/li><li>Two proofs of Maryland residency.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3eb7e95 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3eb7e95\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Therefore, if your work permit is valid and issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and you can submit all other required evidence, your application for REAL ID with a work permit may be accepted.<\/p><p>However, if your work permit has expired or is invalid at the time of application, you may be rejected and assigned only an unsupported license.<\/p><p>If you have a valid EAD,\u00a0<em>Social Security Number (SSN<\/em>), and two proofs of Maryland residency, you may be able to obtain a REAL ID; if your EAD is expired or you do not meet any requirements, the MVA will only issue a non-compliant license\/ID.<\/p><p>To avoid rejections, check your checklist before the appointment and consider renewing your EAD in advance if applicable.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a40ccc9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a40ccc9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Can I get a REAL ID with my work permit if I have irregular status?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e5da620 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e5da620\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Although the EAD work permit may be sufficient for some REAL ID procedures, it does not guarantee that you will be automatically eligible if the MVA does not accept it or if your immigration status is not recognized at that time.<\/p><p>For example,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mva.maryland.gov\/Documents\/FO-150A.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the MVA requires that the document<\/a>\u00a0showing your immigration status be current and issued by USCIS.<\/p><p>If you can\u2019t meet these requirements, the MVA may issue a non-compliant license or ID instead of a REAL ID. That license will not be used for domestic flights or access to federal facilities.<\/p><p>Therefore, having a work permit gives you an advantage over people without any permits, but you will still depend on the state\u2019s criteria and their acceptance of the document.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1594b48 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1594b48\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What alternatives do I have if I can\u2019t get a REAL ID?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5703ee5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5703ee5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you don\u2019t meet the criteria for a REAL ID today, you can still move with legal certainty and plan your next step.<\/p><p>Below, you will see valid options and practical recommendations; In complex scenarios, the accompaniment of an immigration lawyer helps to avoid mistakes that cost time and money.<\/p><p><strong>Unsupported license<br \/><\/strong>If you can\u2019t meet the requirements for REAL ID, you may receive an unsupported license or ID.<\/p><p>It does not work for domestic flights or federal access, but it does authorize legal driving in the state (MVA).<\/p><p><strong>Passport or other federal IDs<br \/><\/strong>Alternatively, use a valid passport from your country, permanent resident card, passport card with visa, or other TSA-accepted ID to board flights.<\/p><p><strong>Advance planning<br \/><\/strong>As of May 2025, those who do not present a REAL ID or an alternative document accepted on domestic flights may face delays, additional controls, or even denied boarding (TSA; local airports).<\/p><p>Therefore, if your goal is to obtain REAL ID, start the process as soon as possible.<\/p><p><strong>Legal considerations and recommendations<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If your EAD is expiring, renew it before applying for REAL ID.<\/li><li>Keep a valid EAD, SSN, and two original proofs of residence or certified copies.<\/li><li>Schedule an appointment at the MVA and use the\u00a0<em>Document Selector<\/em>\u00a0tool\u00a0 to avoid rejections for incomplete documentation.<\/li><li>If you were rejected or only given an unmatched ID, consult an immigration attorney to explore regularization pathways that will make it easier to obtain federal documents in the future.<\/li><li>Keep your information up to date: If you change your address, notify the MVA within the deadline.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1ea730 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b1ea730\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Not having REAL ID today doesn\u2019t leave you without options: you can legally drive with an unsupported ID and fly with accepted alternative documents while strengthening your eligibility.\u00a0 If your case has variables, the right legal criteria reduce risks and times.<\/p><p>In these situations, at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/servicios-legales\/asilo-defensivo\/\">Lorenzo Law Group\/Immigration Lawyers<\/a>\u00a0we can guide you step by step to ensure that your procedures comply with all state and federal requirements.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-05ae783 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"05ae783\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Do I Need an Immigration Lawyer?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8acd209 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8acd209\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It is possible to obtain a REAL ID with your work permit in Maryland, as long as your EAD is valid and you present the documents required by the MVA: proof of identity, social security number, and residency.<\/p><p>If your work permit has expired or you do not meet any of the requirements, the state can only issue you a non-compliant license, which will allow you to drive, but not fly or access federal facilities.<\/p><p>Still, not having a REAL ID today doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re out of options: you can use alternative documents, plan your immigration renewal, and prepare ahead of time to comply with federal requirements.<\/p><p>If you still have doubts about your eligibility or want to make sure you don\u2019t make mistakes in the process, we at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/en\/about-us\/\">Lorenzo Law Group\/Immigration Lawyers<\/a>\u00a0can guide you step by step.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re wondering if I can get a REAL ID with my work permit in Maryland,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lorenzolawgroup.com\/en\/contact\/\">request a free consultation<\/a>\u00a0and find out for sure if you qualify for it and how to do it correctly under current laws.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The question \u201ccan I get a\u00a0REAL ID\u00a0with\u00a0a work permit\u00a0in Maryland?\u201d is one of the most frequent among people with temporary work authorization. Understanding the scope of your\u00a0Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and state requirements helps you avoid rejections and repeat appointments. The urgency is not theoretical:\u00a0since May 7, 2025, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA)\u00a0requires identification compatible [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":5431,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[22],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5430","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-immigration-in-dmv"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>REAL ID with Work Permit | Can You Apply?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"REAL ID with Work Permit guide. 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