You can exchange a New York State driver license or learner permit that is current or that expired within the last 2 years for a New York State non-driver ID card (NDID). You must show proof of United States citizenship or lawful status.
You must apply by mail or in a DMV office. To upgrade your license to a Real ID, you must show proof of your Social Security Number or provide an exemption letter from the Social Security administration. To upgrade to an Enhanced ID, you must show proof of your citizenship in the United States and provide either your Social Security Number or an exemption letter.
You don't have to get an Enhanced or REAL ID. 1 However, if you have a Standard, you will not be allowed to board a domestic flight starting in May 2025 (unless you have a Passport). If you plan on traveling, we recommend you come to DMV now and avoid a second office visit. Learn more about Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents [2].
Complete this guide to make sure you have the proofs of identification you need before you come to DMV. Select the "Replace, Renew, or Change my existing NY State License/ID to REAL ID or Enhanced" option.
Important: If you have a Standard, it will not be accepted as proof of identification to board a domestic flight after May 7, 2025 (unless you have a Passport).
We recommend you come to the DMV to upgrade to an Enhanced or REAL ID. Follow the instructions above for exchanging at an office.
DMV License Production Bureau
P.O. Box 2688 ESP
Albany, NY 12220-0668
By an express mail service
DMV License Production Bureau
Room 424A, 6 Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12228
Standard Non-Driver ID Card | Valid | Fee |
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Under age 62, your next birthday is within the next 6 months | 4 years | $9.50 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is more than 6 months away | 4 years | $10.00 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is within the next 6 months | 8 years | $13.50 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is more than 6 months away | 8 years | $14.00 |
Under age 62 and receive SSI | 10 years | $6.50 |
Age 62 or older | 10 years | $6.50 |
Age 62 or older and receive SSI | 10 years | No Fee |
Any age and receive temporary assistance | 4 years | No Fee |
REAL ID Non-Driver ID Card | Valid | Fee |
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Under age 62, your next birthday is within the next 6 months | 4 years | $9.50 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is more than 6 months away | 4 years | $10.00 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is within the next 6 months | 8 years | $13.50 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is more than 6 months away | 8 years | $14.00 |
Under age 62 and receive SSI | 8 years | $6.00 |
Age 62 or older | 8 years | $6.00 |
Age 62 or older and receive SSI | 8 years | No Fee |
Any age and receive temporary assistance | 4 years | No Fee |
Enhanced Non-Driver ID Card | Valid | Fee |
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Under age 62, your next birthday is within the next 6 months | 4 years | $39.50 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is more than 6 months away | 4 years | $40.00 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is within the next 6 months | 8 years | $43.50 |
Under age 62, your next birthday is more than 6 months away | 8 years | $44.00 |
Under age 62 and receive SSI | 8 years | $36.00 |
Age 62 or older | 8 years | $36.00 |
Age 62 or older and receive SSI | 8 years | No Fee |
Any age and receive temporary assistance | 4 years | No Fee |
Learn more about Standard, REAL ID and Enhanced documents [5].
To get a reduced fee or 'No Fee' non-driver ID, you must you must apply by mail or at a DMV office (sorry, you cannot apply online).
You may be eligible for a reduced fee or no fee non-driver ID if you are 62 or older and you receive supplemental security income, or if you are any age and receive public assistance.
Provide proof of your eligibility for Supplemental Security Income. This proof can be:
At a DMV office: Bring original proof of Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
By mail: Send us a photocopy of your proof of Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Provide proof that you receive Public Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, or Medical Assistance. This proof can be:
At a DMV office: Bring original proofs.
By mail: Send us a photocopy of your proofs.
If you want to exchange in an office and keep your Standard document type, follow these steps:
Step 1: Complete an Application for Permit, Driver License or Non-Driver ID Card (PDF) [4] (MV-44)
Step 2: Come to an office. Bring
Links
[1] https://dmv.ny.gov/print/27011
[2] https://dmv.ny.gov/node/872541
[3] https://process.dmv.ny.gov/documentguide/?s=lic
[4] https://dmv.ny.gov/forms/mv44.pdf
[5] https://dmv.ny.gov/which-id-right-me
[6] https://dmv.ny.gov/file/27131/download?token=mdFTIu0P
[7] https://dmv.ny.gov/file/27141/download?token=7lXDJ6Xg
[8] https://dmv.ny.gov/file/27136/download?token=pofByO6J
[9] https://dmv.ny.gov/file/27146/download?token=UdLOEWwn
[10] https://dmv.ny.gov/file/27126/download?token=jznD8Iwi
[11] https://dmv.ny.gov/file/27121/download?token=-YQYKP85
[12] tel:718-722-8009
[13] mailto:[email protected]
[14] https://dmv.ny.gov/file/27116/download?token=ujMUzuy2
[15] https://mybenefits.ny.gov
[16] https://dmv.ny.gov/offices/county-offices
[17] https://dmv.ny.gov/node/2063