Arkansas Department of Health extends REAL ID deadline to May 7, urges prompt action

LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — Announced on April 24, the Arkansas Department of Health is extending its deadline for individuals who haven’t picked up a REAL ID.

Set at May 7, ADH advises the general public to be prepared with required paperwork necessary to meet the deadline.

Below is a list of ADH locations that will be open Saturday, April 25, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. to assist with providing authorized birth certificates:

ADH Main Office, Vital Records – 4815 West Markham, Little Rock

Pulaski Central LHU – 3915 W 8th Street, Little Rock

Washington County LHU – 3270 Wimberly Drive, Fayetteville

Craighead County LHU – 611 E Washington Avenue, Jonesboro

Miller County LHU – 503 Walnut, Texarkana

Drew County LHU – 940 Scogin Drive, Monticello

These locations, as well as ADH’s main office of medical records will be open for Arkansans seeking to find assistance.

A valid driver’s license, and a fee of $12 via cash, check, or credit card is required to acquire a birth certificate.

For credit card payments, the name on the card must match the request.

To learn more about ordering birth certificates in Arkansas, click here.