The New York State DMV is extending hours to make it easier for residents to get a Real ID ahead of the May deadline.

STATEN ISLAND N.Y.-- The Department of Motor Vehicles announced yesterday that all offices in metropolitan New York and Long Island will expand hours on Thursdays exclusively for REAL ID and Enhanced ...

Longer hours at 10 downstate offices, including two on Long Island, are being held in advance of the May 7 deadline.

such as a document guide and an online application pre-screening process, to help New Yorkers prepare. DMV also is advising New Yorkers to avoid common mistakes that can stymie their REAL ID ...