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Ohio's New Driver License and Identification Card
The federal government will no longer consider standard driver licenses and identification cards as sufficient forms of identification for air travel. TSA (Transportation Security Administration) will require a federally-compliant driver license, identification card, or other acceptable form of identification such as a U.S. passport or military ID to fly within the U.S.
Ohio's Real ID
Ohio's Real ID
Ohio driver licenses and identification (ID) cards issued prior to July 2, 2018, will not be accepted by the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) after October 1, 2021. Consider renewing early if you want to have a driver license or identification card that is federally compliant.
DHS Extends REAL ID Full Enforcement Deadline
Please note, the United States Department of Homeland Security has extended the REAL ID full enforcement deadline to May 7, 2025.
Delivered by U.S. Mail
You will receive your new driver license or ID card by mail. Printing cards in a high-security environment reduces the potential for fraud and identity theft.
- You will receive your new driver license or identification card in the mail.
- Your new card will arrive in a plain, white envelope.
- If you have not received your new card after 28 days, contact us through our website or call 1-844-OHIO-BMV (1-844-644-6268) to check the status of your card.
To monitor and track your mail, the U.S. Postal Service offers a free service called Informed Delivery. To learn more or to sign up for the service, please visit https://informeddelivery.usps.com.
Interim Identification
You will receive an Ohio Interim Identification form issued by the deputy registrar location to use until your new card arrives in the mail. Law enforcement will be able to verify the form.
- You must carry the interim driver license or identification form until you receive your new card in the mail.
- Your Ohio Interim Identification form will expire after 60 days.
- If you have applied for a driver license or temporary instruction permit, your Ohio Interim Identification form allows you to operate motor vehicles except for vehicles that require a commercial driver license (CDL) to operate.
- An Ohio Interim Identification form is not valid as a stand-alone document when applying for a CDL or temporary CDL instruction permit.
- An Ohio Interim Identification form is only valid when accompanied by an unexpired Ohio driver license issued to the person identified on the form.
- An Ohio Interim Identification form only serves as confirmation that an application is pending. It is not a form of identification.
WARNING: The production, distribution, or possession of a forged identification card is prohibited pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 2913.31.
Types of Cards
Compliant vs. Standard Driver Licenses and ID Cards
Customers can choose between a Compliant DL-ID and a Standard DL-ID. Choose the card that works best for you:
Compliant Card
Meets national travel security requirements. A federally-compliant form of identification will be required to fly commercially or to access federal facilities or military bases.
A Compliant Card requires more identity documents than a Standard Card. You must provide documents to prove the following:
- full legal name
- date of birth
- Social Security number
- proof of Ohio residency
- proof of legal presence
Standard Card
Does not meet national travel security requirements. A Standard Card will need to be used in conjunction with a passport or other acceptable documents approved by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in order to fly commercially or to access a federal facility or military base. Please see www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification for more information.
A Standard Card does not require additional identity documents, unless the DL-ID is being issued for the first time.
Both Compliant and Standard cards allow you to prove your identity for tasks such as buying alcohol, obtaining social services, or registering to vote. Only a driver license can authorize the operation of a motor vehicle.
Go to our Acceptable Documents page for a full list of identity documents and links to use our interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What changed?
Since July 2, 2018, customers:
- Receive their state driver licenses and identifications cards by mail within 10 business days after visiting a BMV deputy registrar;
- Receive an Ohio Interim Identification form to use until their new card arrives in the mail; and
- Have the option to choose a compliant driver license or identification card that can be used for federal identification purposes.
What's the difference between a Compliant Card and a Standard Card?
Compliant Card
- The compliant card has a star in the upper part of the card.
- The compliant card can be used to fly or enter federal facilities, including military bases.
- You must provide additional identity documents to receive a compliant card.
- A Compliant Card cannot be used for international travel. International travel, including Canada and Mexico, still requires a passport.
Standard Card
- A Standard Card cannot be used to fly, enter federal facilities or military bases without additional documentation approved by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) or other federal requirements, as needed.
- An Ohio standard driver license or identification card needs no additional documentation at time of renewal.
Both cards allow you to prove your identity for tasks such as buying alcohol, obtaining social services, or registering to vote. Only a driver license allows you to lawfully operate a motor vehicle.
NOTE: You will need to provide all required identity documents for a first time issuance of a driver license or identification card, regardless of your choice of a Compliant or Standard card.
See Acceptable Documents for more information.
What documents do I need to bring?
Obtaining a Compliant Card requires more documentation than the Standard Card. You will need to provide documents to prove the following:
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Legal presence in the US
- Social Security number (SSN)
- Ohio street address – TWO documents, from different sources, proving Ohio street address that are listed on the Acceptable Document List are required for proof of Ohio residency.
- Proof of name change (if applicable)
The Standard Card does not require additional identity documents, unless the driver license or identification card is being issued for the first time.
Go to our Acceptable Documents page for a full list of identity documents and links to use our interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency.
Do I need proof of a name change?
Is your current legal name the same as the name listed on your BIRTH CERTIFICATE, PASSPORT, or document(s) issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security?
If the answer is NO – You must connect your birth name with your current legal name. You must bring an ORIGINAL or CERTIFIED COPY of the following name change documents to make that connection:
- Original or Certified Copy of a Marriage Certificate or Marriage License
- Certified Copy of a Decree of Divorce, Dissolution, or Annulment of Marriage
- Certified Copy of a Court Ordered Name Change
NOTE: If you have had more than one marriage, you may need to bring documentation from each marriage and/or divorce to connect your birth certificate, passport or U.S. Department of Homeland Security documents to your current legal name.
What Do I Need to Bring
- For a Compliant Card, use this interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency: https://bmvonline.dps.ohio.gov/bmvonline/Home/documents/compliantdocuments/.
- For a Standard Card, use this interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency: https://bmvonline.dps.ohio.gov/bmvonline/Home/documents/standarddocuments/.
DISCLAIMER: Using these checklists do not guarantee document acceptance or issuance of a driver license or identification card.
Is there an additional cost for the Compliant Card?
No. The Compliant and Standard cards cost the same.
What will I receive before I leave the BMV?
Your current driver license or ID card will be perforated to visually indicate the license is in the process of receiving a new card. The perforation will be in the top left corner of the card. You will leave with the perforated card.
You will receive an Ohio Interim Identification form issued by the deputy registrar agency to use until your new card arrives in the mail. Law enforcement will be able to verify the form.
- You must carry the interim driver license or identification form until you receive your new card in the mail.
- Your Ohio Interim Identification form will expire after 45 days.
- If you have applied for a driver license or temporary instruction permit, your Ohio Interim Identification form allows you to operate motor vehicles except for vehicles that require a commercial driver license (CDL) to operate.
- An Ohio Interim Identification form is not valid as a stand-alone document when applying for a CDL or temporary CDL instruction permit.
- An Ohio Interim Identification form is only valid when accompanied by an unexpired Ohio driver license issued to the person identified on the form.
- An Ohio Interim Identification form only serves as confirmation that an application is pending. It is not a form of identification.
WARNING: The production, distribution, or possession of a forged identification card is prohibited pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 2913.31.
What should I look for in the mail?
Your new card will arrive in a plain white envelope.
Within the envelope will be a standard letter-sized piece of paper with your address information and the your new driver license or identification card.
WARNING: The production, distribution, or possession of a forged identification card is prohibited pursuant to Ohio Revised Code 2913.31.
What if I don't get my new card in the mail?
You will receive your new driver license or ID card by mail. Printing cards in a high-security environment reduces the potential for fraud and identity theft.
- You will receive your new driver license or identification card in the mail within 10 business days after visiting a deputy registrar location.
- Your new card will arrive in a plain, white envelope.
- If you have not received your new card after 28 days, contact us through our website or call 1-844-OHIO-BMV (1-844-644-6268) to check the status of your card.
To monitor and track your mail, the U.S. Postal Service offers a free service called Informed Delivery. To learn more or to sign up for the service, please visit https://informeddelivery.usps.com.
Undeliverable/Returned Mail
- The BMV will receive any undeliverable/returned DL-ID cards and automatically re-mail the card to the mailing address on file. If the card comes back undeliverable a second time, it will be destroyed and it will be the customer's responsibility to correct their address with the BMV and purchase a new card from a BMV deputy registrar agency.
Do children under 18 need a Compliant Card?
Minor children under the age of 18, who are flying with their parents, do not need a Compliant Card. Unaccompanied minors who wish to fly commercially will need a Compliant Card or a Standard Card with other federally-approved documentation. See www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification for more information.
What about my 21st birthday?
Happy birthday! You can renew 30 days prior to your 21st birthday in order to receive your new card in time for the actual day. However, your new card cannot be used to purchase items available to those 21 or older until your actual 21st birthday.
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How do I get a Washington state ID card? ›
- Acceptable Proof of ID.
- Form of payment to pay the $54 fee.
- If you are under 18, you must bring your social security or proof you have a valid Washington address.
| Identification card | Fee |
|---|---|
| Get first ID card | $20 |
| Renew ID card (Available online.) | $20 |
| Replace lost or stolen ID card (Available online.) | $15 |
| Update ID card (name, address, photo change) | $10 |
- Where Do I Apply for a WA State ID Card or Driver's License? The Department of Licensing is the official office where you can apply and obtain a state ID card. or driver's license. ...
- • Lynnwood. Phone: (425) 672-3406. 18023 Hwy 99 N Suite E. ...
- • Everett. Phone: (425) 356-2967. 5313 Evergreen Way. ...
- • Bellevue. Phone: (425) 649-4282.
Youth Identification Cards
New and duplicate Youth ID cards cost $10.00 and are valid for two (2) years from the date of issuance.
You will also need to have your picture taken at the DOL office. Once all your information is verified, you will be given a temporary ID card before you leave the office. Your permanent ID will be mailed to you, and will arrive within 7-10 days.
What documents do I need for a real ID in Washington state? ›- Required documents to get your Enhanced Driver License or ID.
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Social Security Number (SSN)
- Identity Verification.
- Proof of Washington Residency.
- DLE-520-431 (R/12/21)VWA.
Individuals who reside in our state, are considered a sheltered or unsheltered person, and do not have a valid driver's license can be issued a free identification card by the Washington Department of Licensing (DOL). The program is designed to help remove barriers for people experiencing homelessness.
Can I get a Washington state ID online? ›To apply for a WA identification card, you must visit a WA State Department of Licensing (DOL) driver's licensing office in person. You cannot apply for a Washington ID card online or by mail.
What is the deadline for Real ID in Washington state? ›On May 7, 2025, if you do not have a form of identification that meets the Real ID requirements, federal agencies such as the DHS and TSA may turn you away from entering a federal building or boarding a domestic flight.
How do I get a photo ID in WA? ›- Step 1Complete the Photo Card application (Form PC1)
- Step 2Attend a Driver and Vehicle Services centre or regional DoT office/agent.
- Step 3Application will be processed and the card is manufactured.
Is Washington ID a real ID? ›
While many states' Real ID-compliant identification cards have a star at the top, Washington's does not. Instead, the Washington enhanced licenses and IDs can be identified by an American flag featured on the card, the pink banner at the top, or the words “Enhanced Driver's License” on the pink banner.
What is Washington enhanced driver's license? ›Enhanced Drivers Licenses (EDLs) are state-issued enhanced drivers licenses that provide proof of identity and U.S. citizenship when crossing the U.S. border in a vehicle. They are issued in a secure process, and include technology that makes travel easier.
Did WV change their driver's license? ›CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Starting this week, the West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles will begin issuing driver's licenses and identification cards with a new look and design.
How long do you have to wait after your permit to get your license if you are over 18 in WV? ›You must be at least 16 years of age to apply for a West Virginia Drivers License: If you are over 18, you must hold a WV learner's permit at least 30 days before you can receive a driver's license.
What is the code 17B 2 1c? ݤ17B-2-1. Drivers must be licensed; types of licenses; licensees need not obtain local government license; motorcycle driver license; identification cards.
What is the fastest I can get my ID? ›You will receive your new ID card via mail within three to four weeks. If you have not received your new ID card after 60 days, visit Driver's License & ID Card Status.
How long does it take to get WA drivers license? ›When will I receive my new driver license? When you have met the licensing requirements, we can issue you a temporary driver license. Your new license will be processed and mailed to you within 10-14 days. If you do not receive it within 30 days.
Can you smile in your license picture Washington state? ›Whether you are getting a driver's license photo or a passport photo, you will be asked not to smile.
What is the star ID in Washington state? ›Washington state's REAL ID-compliant driver's license is called the Enhanced Driver License, or EDL, and says “Enhanced Driver License” at the top. Idaho's version is called the Star Card, marked with a star in the top right corner.
Can I fly out of Washington state without a REAL ID? ›Beginning May 7, 2025, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, state-issued enhanced driver's license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States.
Do I need an appointment to get an enhanced driver's license in Washington? ›
Enhanced driver license/ID card: By appointment only (Call 1-866-520-4365 to make an appointment.) Knowledge test hours end 30 minutes before closing.
How do I get a $5 ID in Washington state? ›What can I do? Ask your DSHS caseworker to fill out form 16- 029 “Request for Identicard”. One is at the end of this publication or ask your caseworker for the form. Take the completed form to DOL to get a Washington State Identification card for five dollars.
Does Washington have a digital ID? ›Washington Driver's License
Create an digital driver's license for mobile devices and translate the physical card to a digital form.
| Fee type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Driver licence fee: 1 year | $46.85 |
| Driver licence fee: 5 years | $163.50 |
| Driver licence fee: 1 year forced by condition | $32.70 |
| Driver licence fee: 2 years forced by condition | $65.40 |
Prior to October 2022, the enhanced state-issued IDs cost drivers $13 a year. But the DOL has since bumped it up to $16.
Can I renew my drivers license online in Washington state? ›In Washington, drivers must renew their driver's licenses every six to eight years and can do so either online, by mail, or in person.
Can you fly in the U.S. without a star on your license? ›You must present an acceptable ID, such as a valid passport, state-issued enhanced driver's license or U.S. military ID, to fly within the U.S. You will not be allowed to fly if your identity cannot be verified. Review the complete list of acceptable identification.
Can I fly with an expired ID? ›TSA will accept expired driver's licenses or state-issued ID a year after expiration. DHS has extended the REAL ID enforcement deadline to May 7, 2025.
What is proof of address in WA? ›You will be required to provide proof that you are currently residing in Western Australia. This will generally take the form of an electrical, water or gas bill to your address.
Where can I get image ID? ›Navigate to your Media Library and click on the image. You will find its ID number in the URL bar.
Where can I get my ID photos taken? ›
Many chemists also offer an ID photo service, but your best bet would be a photographic shop such as FotoFirst, or a fax/copy/Internet café such as 3@1 or Postnet. You will also find ID photo booths at airports and some shopping malls.
What is the difference between Washington enhanced ID and REAL ID? ›Posted by Frank Gogol in Immigrants | Updated on May 26, 2023. At a Glance: An enhanced ID is more secure than a real ID and provides proof of U.S. citizenship. It can be used for entering the US by land and sea without a passport. People have the chance to get a real ID or an enhanced ID in the United States.
What is the difference between standard and enhanced license in Washington? ›What is an enhanced driver's License? Starting in January 2008, Washingtonians can apply for an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL), a new kind of driver's license that can be used instead of a U.S. passport for some border crossings. The EDL is optional and may not be right for all drivers.
Can a US citizen enter Canada with an enhanced driver's license? ›Enhanced Driver's Licenses are only valid for land and marine crossings, however, so you will not be able to fly to Canada with it as your only form of identification. An Enhanced Driver's License or EDL can enable a US citizen to visit Canada for both leisure and business purposes.
Can I go to Canada with an enhanced license? ›What is an Enhanced Driver License (EDL)? It is an optional travel document that also serves as a NYS Driver's License that will be accepted as an alternative to a passport for all land and sea travel between the United State, Canada, Mexico, Bermuda and the Caribbean.
What is the gold star on my driver's license in West Virginia? ›The Real ID card contains a “gold star”, indicating that it meets REAL ID Act requirements for nationwide federal use at airports and other designated federal facilities.
Do you still need an appointment to go to the DMV in WV? ›Walk-ins are also available at all locations, however you may experience long wait times and there is no guarantee you will be seen that day. Having an appointment is the quickest and only guaranteed way to ensure you are seen.
How long do I have to renew my WV drivers license? ›West Virginia driver's license renewal must be completed within six months of the expiration date. West Virginia adheres to a “Drive for Five” program. This program ensures that the driver's license will expire in a year where the licensee's age is divisible by five (ages 25,30, 35, 40, etc.).
Can you drive alone with a permit in WV? ›For the first 6 months you may not operate a motor vehicle with any non-family member under the age of 20. For the second 6 months you may not operate a motor vehicle with more than 1 non-family member under the age of 20. You may drive without a supervising adult from the hours of 5am - 10pm.
Can I get a WV ID card online? ›If you do not have a West Virginia drivers license then you can still request the card online then take your receipt into any WV regional DMV office to have your photo taken.
Can I drive my friends around with a permit? ›
With your permit you may practice driving with a parent, guardian, driving instructor or an adult 25 years of age or older. You may not drive your friends around in the car, especially not by yourself. It is important to keep track of the hours you spend behind the wheel driving.
What is WV state Code 17B 4 3? ›Driving while license suspended or revoked; driving while license revoked for driving under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances or drugs, or while having alcoholic concentration in the blood of eight hundredths of one percent or more, by weight, or for refusing to take secondary chemical test of blood ...
What is WV Code 17D 2A? ›ARTICLE 2A.
An owner of a periodic use or seasonal vehicle may retain a registration plate subject to legislative rules promulgated by the commissioner.
(a) Whenever any person after applying for or receiving a driver's license moves from the address named in the application or in the license issued to the person, or when the name of a licensee is changed by marriage or otherwise, the person shall within 20 days thereafter notify the division in writing of the old and ...
Can a non citizen get a Washington state ID? ›Eligibility for a Washington Driver's License
The statute doesn't directly talk about issuing licenses to undocumented immigrants—it just doesn't require you to prove lawful immigration status in the United States in order to get a license. The main requirement you will have to meet is that you can prove your identity.
What can I do? Ask your DSHS caseworker to fill out the form 16-029 “Request for Identicard” here or ask your caseworker for the form. After you have filled out the form, bring it to DOL to get a Washington State ID card. It will cost you five dollars.
What is the fastest form of ID I can get? ›The process for getting a postal service ID card is fast and easy. You just need to go to your nearest post office with the correct documents, and you can apply for the card in person. Some post offices may require you to book an appointment in advance.
What is an example of proof of residence? ›A utility bill, credit card statement, lease agreement or mortgage statement will all work to prove residency. If you've gone paperless, print a billing statement from your online account.
What is the easiest state to get a driver's license in? ›Ohio is one of the easiest driver's license to get in the United States, study finds. COLUMBUS, Ohio — A new study says that the Buckeye State is one of the easiest in the nation to get a driver's license.
Can an undocumented person in Washington get a driver's license? ›More broadly, undocumented drivers can currently obtain a driver's license, or a similar certificate allowing them to legally drive, in Washington, D.C., as well as 12 states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, Vermont and Washington.
How does a homeless person get ID in Washington state? ›
Those who are homeless and seeking a free ID card can arrive at a driver's licensing office with or without an appointment. If the person had a Washington driver's license or ID in the past, employees can locate their record in the DOL system. No other documentation is needed.
Why am I not eligible to renew my license online in Washington state? ›If your license has been expired for over thirty (30) days you cannot renew online. If you do not have a credit card you may not renew online. You will need your current expiring drivers License, ID, EDL, or EID number. To prevent identity fraud, you will be asked for your Social Security Number and Date of Birth.