Pain in the butt to carry a passport. And looks like you have to visit the DMV to get the real VA license.
I always carry my passport when traveling, even within the US. If my wallet and driver’s license are ever stolen, I’ll have the passport as a backup ID so I can board the plane to get back home. I just tuck it in my suitcase. Guess I can use my GE card as a backup as well.
Not sure about VA, but MD has RealID appointments available that can be booked online. You’re guaranteed to be seen within 15 minutes of your appointment time. It goes quickly. We were in and out within 20 minutes.
