 Effective May 1, 2014, DC DMV will begin issuing REAL ID driver licenses and identification cards. These credentials will meet the REAL ID security standards established by the Federal Government.The document requirements for proof of DC residency, proof of Social Security Number, and proof of identity have changed for everyone, and DC DMV will need to revalidate these documents prior to issuing a REAL ID credential. Therefore, be sure to view the list of acceptable documents and bring those with you when you visit a DC DMV Service Center when obtaining, converting, renewing, or requesting a duplicate credential. DC DMV moved to a central issuance process in November 2013 and will mail your credential to you. Without the required documentation, DC DMV will not be able to issue you a REAL ID driver license or identification card. There are no exceptions to the document requirements or mailing of credentials.
Throughout the next year, residents will be notified by DC DMV to update their driver license or ID card to the REAL ID credential. For these notifications, residents will not be a charged a fee. However, the fees are the same for residents who are obtaining a credential for the first time or who are converting an out-of-state license or ID, as well as those who are renewing or requesting a duplicate credential.
 Are you ready to get behind the wheel, but don't have a
Social Security number? Have you been a DC resident for at least six months? Effective May 1, 2014, you may be eligible to obtain a Limited Purpose driver
license or Identification Card from the DC DMV. Schedule an appointment online and bring in the required documents to show proof of identity, proof of DC residency, and proof of six month DC Residency. You must also complete the Social Security declaration form. To be issued a Limited Purpose driver license, you will also need to take and pass DC DMV's knowledge and road skills test. Appointments are required and credentials will be mailed to you. No exceptions.
 All DC DMV locations will be closed on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 for the Emancipation Day holiday. Regular business hours will resume on Thursday, April 17, 2014.
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