MARYLAND ID CARD

MARYLAND ID CARD

Maryland ID Card
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URGENT: MVA recalls REAL ID driver's licenses

The Maryland MVA has recalled thousands of driver's licenses marked as REAL ID-compliant because drivers failed to submit the required documents for a REAL ID license. Any recalled license is invalid and may be confiscated upon inspection. Affected residents MUST visit an MVA location as soon as possible with the appropriate REAL ID documents.

To check if your driver's license has been recalled, visit the MVA's REAL ID search.

MARYLAND ID CARD
If you live in Maryland but don't have a driver's license, you can use your Maryland ID as photo ID to prove your identity, age, or address.

On this page you will learn how to apply for, renew and replace your ID card, what fees apply, how to change your name or address and much more.

The Maryland MVA has issued federally compliant REAL ID cards in place of standard ID cards since 2011*. After October 1, 2021, REAL ID will be the only ID that allows you to continue using your driver's license for domestic travel and access to federal and military buildings. For more information on the REAL ID Act, see the MVA's comprehensive guide.

*Immigrants to the U.S. without the required citizenship documents are eligible for a non-federal ID card. The MVA provides information on the requirements and application process.

IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
If you live in Maryland, you can apply for an ID card from the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). There is no age limit for obtaining a Maryland ID card.

APPLYING FOR A MARYLAND ID CARD
You must visit a full-service Maryland MVA office in person to apply for your ID card.

Q: Can I board an airplane with my MD card?

A: Yes! Maryland has been issuing REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses and identification cards since 2011. This means your MD ID card is recognized as federal identification for activities such as domestic travel and entering federal facilities.

The MD MVA does NOT offer appointments for Maryland ID card applications. To save time, please check with the MVA for recommended appointment times before your visit.

You must bring the following:

Proof of your identity and date of birth, e.g.:
US birth certificate
Valid US passport
Valid foreign passport with US visa and I-94
Proof of your legal residence in the USA, e.g.:
Valid US passport
US birth certificate
Valid foreign passport with US visa and I-94
2 documents proving your residency in Maryland, such as:
Electricity/gas bill
Property tax assessment
Vehicle registration document (MD)
Proof of your social security number, e.g.:
Original social security card
Current Form W-2 or 1099.
Proof of non-authorization.
Required payment. For information on fees and payment options, see the "ID Fees" section below.
All documents must be original, notarized, or certified copies. A complete list of acceptable documents proving your identity, date of birth, Maryland residency, and legal U.S. residence can be found online.

NOTE: If the name on your Social Security card does not match your identification documents, you must change your name with the Social Security Administration (SSA) before visiting an MD MVA office.

Your new Maryland ID card will be mailed to you.

MD ID CARD FEES
Fees for new, renewed, or duplicate Maryland ID cards vary.

Under 18 years: 15 $ (new/renewal).
Older than 18 years: 24 $ (New/Renewal).
Duplicate ID cards: 20 $.
Over 65 years: ID card free of charge.
Disabled: ID card free of charge.
Adding the "W" veteran status to your ID card is free. Adding or removing veteran status is free. For information on adding veteran status to your Maryland ID card, see "Military IDs and Renewals" below.

MVA offices in Maryland accept the following payment methods:

Cash.
Checks.
Visas.
MasterCard.
American Express.
If paying by check, you will need your bank routing number, checking account number, Maryland ID number, and date of birth.

RENEWING YOUR MARYLAND ID CARD
You can renew your Maryland ID card online, by mail, or in person at a local Maryland MVA office.

The Maryland MVA will send you renewal notices before your Maryland ID expires.

Your age determines the validity period of your identity card:

Under 18 years: 5 years.
From 18 years: 8 years.
NOTE: If your Maryland ID card has been expired for more than one year, you must apply for a new Maryland ID card. See the "Applying for a Maryland ID Card" section above for application steps.

ONLINE RENEWAL
To renew your Maryland ID card in the MVA's online ID card renewal system, you must meet the requirements that appear after enrollment.

You will be asked to enter your Maryland ID number, your date of birth, and your four-digit MVA PIN or the last four digits of your Social Security number. Then, pay the renewal fee (see "Maryland ID Card Fees" above), and your new Maryland ID card will be mailed to you.

NOTE: There is an additional fee for online renewal (waived for persons 65 years of age and older and persons with disabilities).

BY POST
You can apply for your renewal by mail if you have received the Renewal by Mail package from the Maryland MVA.

To do so, please complete your renewal application form and submit it along with the appropriate fee (see the "Maryland ID Card Fees" section above for information on fees and payment options).

PERSONAL
To renew your Maryland ID card at your local Maryland MVA office, you will need:

Proof of your social security number or proof of ineligibility. Examples:
Social security card.
Form W-2 or 1099.
Document proving incapacity for work, etc.
Payment. For fee information, see the "Maryland ID Card Fees" section above.
Your renewed Maryland ID card will be mailed to you.

NOTES:

Your Maryland ID card will be mailed to you. However, the Maryland MVA can issue your new ID card in person if you surrender your driver's license or ID card, or if you can provide proof that you're taking a trip or an exam (SAT, GED, etc.) soon.

If your Maryland ID card expired more than a year ago, you will need to apply for a new ID card. See the "Applying for a Maryland ID Card" section above for more information.

MILITARY IDENTIFICATIONS AND RENEWALS IN MARYLAND
VETERAN STATUS CODE IN MARYLAND
If you served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and were not dishonorably discharged, you may apply for a "W" veteran status code on your original, renewed, or updated Maryland identification card. You must apply for this status in person at your local Maryland MVA office.

In addition to the documents required to apply for a new Maryland ID card (see above), you will need an original or certified copy of a document verifying your status as a U.S. military veteran. Examples of acceptable documents to verify veteran status include:

DD-214 discharge certificate.
Honorable discharge certificate.
A complete list of acceptable veteran status documents can be found on the Maryland MVA website (see bottom of page).

NOTES:

If you do not have these documents, please contact the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs.
You will be contacted by law enforcement agencies to discuss your eligibility for veterans benefits (state or federal).
You must pay the complimentary fee (to add/remove a veteran code) in addition to your Maryland ID card fee. See the "Maryland ID Card Fees" section below for information on fees and payment options.

Military ID renewal in Maryland

Your Maryland identification card remains valid for you and your dependents while you are stationed out of state on active duty.

You must renew your Maryland ID card in person at your local Maryland MVA office within 30 days of your return to Maryland. Renewals cannot be made online, by phone, or by mail.

If your Maryland ID card has been expired for more than one year, you must provide the following:

Expired Maryland ID card.
Expired military ID.
Military documents proving your active military service outside the state.
In some cases, you may be required to provide additional documentation. A full list of accepted forms of identification can be found on the MVA website.

REPLACE YOUR MARYLAND ID CARD
To apply for a replacement Maryland ID card, you must contact your local Maryland ID card office. Applications cannot be submitted online, by phone, or by mail.

You will need the following documents to prove your identity:

Age/Identity, e.g.:
US passport (valid/not expired).
Permanent Resident Card, Form I-551 (valid/not expired).
Social security number, e.g.:
Social security card.
Form W-2 or 1099 (less than 18 months old).
Document proving non-authorization.
Legal status, such as:
Documents from the US Department of Homeland Security.
A valid passport and Form I-94 (not expired).
Maryland residence (only in case of change of address), such as:
Electricity, telephone or television bill.
Bank statement.
A complete list of acceptable documents can be found on the Maryland MVA website.

The fee for a duplicate Maryland ID card is $20. Your new Maryland ID card will be mailed to you unless you need the duplicate immediately and can provide the following:

A destroyed Maryland identification card.
A notification of an upcoming test date (SAT, GED, drug test, etc.).
NOTE: If you suspect your Maryland ID card has been stolen,

You must contact MVA Customer Service at (410) 768-7000 or the MVA Customer Service Department at (410) 768-7541. You can also email mpurcell@mdot.state.md.us after filing a police report.

For more information, please visit our Lost Driver's License Replacement in Maryland page.

CHANGE OF NAME OR ADDRESS ON AN ID CARD
In Maryland, you must notify the MVA of a name or address change within 30 days.

NOTE: If you wish to obtain a Maryland ID card after updating your name or address, you must apply for a corrected Maryland ID card at a local MVA office. See the "Replacing Your Maryland ID Card" section above for more information.

NAME CHANGE ON AN MD ID CARD
The Maryland MVA requires that you complete a name change in person at your local MD-MVA office. Name changes cannot be completed online, by phone, or by mail.

Before changing your name with the Maryland MVA, you must first change it with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If your new name doesn't match your birth certificate, you'll need an original or certified copy of your name change certificate. Examples:

Marriage certificate.
Divorce decree.
Court-ordered name change.
To obtain a duplicate of your Maryland ID card with your updated name, you must apply for a replacement. Be sure to bring your ID card with you. See the "Replacing Your Maryland ID Card" section above for more information.

You can also read our “Name Change in Maryland” page.

ADDRESS CHANGE ON A MARYLAND ID CARD
You can make an address change by mail, online, by phone, or in person at your local MD MVA office.

The MD MVA will send you a "correction card," which you must keep with your Maryland ID card. If you would like to request a replacement for your Maryland ID card, please follow the instructions in the "Replacing Your Maryland ID Card" section.

On-line

Visit the MVA online system and click "Change of Address" in the left menu. Enter your Maryland ID number and date of birth.

This MVA service is free of charge.

By post

Print and complete the MVA Maryland Change of Address Application (VR-154). You can also request the form be emailed to you by MVA Customer Service.

Send the form by post to:

Waste incineration plant
6601 Ritchie Highway, NE
Glen Burnie, MD 21062

This MVA service is free of charge.

By telephone

Contact MVA Customer Service at (410) 768-7000. You will receive an emailed "correction card," which you must carry with your Maryland identification card.

This MVA service is free of charge.

Personal

Complete the MVA Maryland Change of Address Application (VR-154) and bring it to your local MVA office in Maryland.

The MD MVA asks you for the following evidence:

Age/Identity, including:
Valid/unexpired US passport.
Valid/unexpired permanent resident card, Form I-551.
Social Security number, including:
Social security card.
Form W-2 or 1099 (less than 18 months old).
Proof of non-authorization.
Legal status, including:
Documents from the US Department of Homeland Security.
Valid foreign passport and Form I-94 (not expired).
Maryland residence (with new address), including:
Electricity, telephone or television bill.
Bank statement.
A complete list of accepted documents can be found on the MD MVA website.

This MVA service is free of charge. For more information, see our Maryland Change of Address page.