Your Stories Q&A: What documents do I need to bring to DMV to get REAL ID?
Viewer Question: What documents do I need to bring to the DMV to get a REAL ID?
The NYS DMV has a great breakdown on its website. If you click on the 'find out what documents you need' button, it will customize the documents you need specific to your situation.
This video, posted by the NYS DMV, is also very helpful.
Documents you'll need to bring to the DMV
Proof of Social Security Status: A few documents apply, including a Social Security Card, W-2, SSA-1099.
Two Proofs of New York State Residence: Several documents will work, including your driver's license, utility bill, bank statement, canceled check, W-2, or postmarked mail.
Proof of Name and Lawful Status: A Birth certificate or U.S. Passport will suffice.
You need to make sure all your documents show the same name. If that's not the case, the DMV lists the following guidance:
You will need to bring original or certified copies of documents showing how your name changed (Example: marriage certificate, divorce decree, and/or court-issued documents).
If your name has changed multiple times, you must bring multiple documents that link all names.
If you have a middle name, your Proof of Birth and Lawful Status document must include it for the name to appear on your permit or license.
If you have a suffix, it may appear on any document, but it must appear on at least one.
Remember, if you have an Enhanced ID, you do not need to go to the DMV for a REAL ID. An Enhanced license meets REAL ID requirements.
Submit a form.
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