New Delhi, May 6 -- US adults are being reminded that starting Wednesday (May 7), a REAL ID will be required for boarding federally regulated commercial flights, entering select federal facilities, and accessing nuclear power plants. If you haven't yet upgraded your identification, you'll need to act fast to ensure you're compliant by the May 7 deadline.

A REAL ID is a federally compliant form of identification issued by state driver's license agencies. You can identify a REAL ID by a black or gold star in the upper right corner of the card. The appearance of the symbol may vary by state.

REAL IDs are required for individuals over 18 who wish to board domestic flights or access federal facilities that require identification. If you don'...