Proof of age, identity, and Maryland residence. Please refer to Sources of Proof for required documentation. For applicants 16 years of age or older, the ID is valid for 5 years from the date of issuance with a fee. Under 16 years of age, the ID is valid for 2 years with a fee.
- If you are using a name other than your birth name, you must bring the document that initiated the change of name, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree or court name change order.
- You will be requested to disclose your social security number.
- The Identification Card will be mailed to your Maryland address on record.
- Out-of-Country applicants for a Maryland Identification Card are required to schedule an appointment.
- Please pay close attention to the expiration date of your Maryland Identification Card. The MVA is not obligated to notify you to renew your Identification Card.
Out-of-Country Applicants - Applicants presenting foreign issued identity documents who are applying for their initial Maryland Learner's Permit, Driver's License or Identification Card must schedule an appointment by calling 1-866-691-2778. Appointments will be scheduled Monday through Friday at one of the following ten regional MVA offices:
Please note: Out-of-Country applicants presenting a valid Employment Authorization Card (I-688A, I-688B, or I-766), or a valid passport with a valid United States visa and valid I-94 (Arrival/Departure Record*), or a valid Permanent Resident Card (I-551), are not required to make an appointment and may visit any full service MVA office, Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or Saturday 8:30 a.m.m - 12:00 p.m. *I-102 (Replacement/Initial Non-Immigrant Arrival/Departure Document) may be substituted for a valid I-94. Your Maryland Learner's Permit, Driver's License or Identification Card will be mailed to your Maryland address of record. If you present acceptable foreign issued identity documents and proof of residency, in addition to a valid Out-of-State driver's license, your license may be issued at the MVA Branch Office. For additional information...
Proof of age, identity and Maryland residence. Please refer to Sources of Proof for required documentation. There is a required fee.
- If address has not changed, proof of residence is not required.
- You will be requested to disclose your social security number.
- If your identification card has been stolen, please contact the MVA's Customer Ombudsman's office at 410-787-7856 or via email at msorenson@mdot.state.md.us.
Proof of age, identity and Maryland residence. Please refer to Sources of Proof for required documentation. There is a required fee.
- If you are using a name other than your birth name, you must bring the document that initiated the change of name, such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree or court name change order.
- You will be requested to disclose your social security number.
Your expiring ID Card. There is a required fee.
- You will be requested to disclose your social security number.
Sources of Proof
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