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May 3, 2021 | 3:48 pm

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Originally Posted by notquiteaff

But of course I have zero interest in paying now and then again in 2023 when my current license expires, a few weeks after the new and current RealID deadline.

If you're in Oregon, they specifically advise you to consider waiting until your renewal to apply for Real ID:

Frequently Asked Questions

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Cost for Real ID

What is the cost of a Real ID card?

Customers pay the standard fee for replacement, renewal or original issuance of a driver license or identification card, as well as an additional Real ID fee of $30. This fee is based on the cost of issuing Real ID cards and will be charged at every Real ID issuance.

I recently renewed my driver license. Will I need to pay again if I want to get a Real ID license before my next renewal?

If you choose to replace your current driver license with a Real ID driver license, you must apply in person at a DMV office. You will pay the fee for a replacement driver license, as well as the Real ID fee. Your card will keep the same expiration date. You may want to wait to apply for a Real ID until your next renewal, and use another acceptable document, like a passport, for boarding domestic flights.

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