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Immigrants renewing, replacing or applying for a new driver license or ID card in person must submit the following documents before a REAL ID-compliant driver license or ID card can be issued. Please note that the name assigned to the Social Security Number (SSN) must match the name that will appear on the Florida driver license or ID card. Customers who have recently changed their name should update their records with the Social Security Administration before applying for a driver license or ID card.

1. Primary Identification

An original of one of the following documents with complete name:

  • Valid alien registration receipt card (green card, form I-551); or
  • I-551 stamp in passport or on I-94; or
  • Immigration judge’s order, containing the customer’s A-number (admissions number),
    granting asylum with a valid passport; or
  • I-797, containing the customer’s A-number, stating the customer has been granted asylum with a valid passport; or
  • I-797, or another form from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), with the customer’s A-number, stating the customer’s application for refugee status is approved with a valid passport.

2. Proof of Social Security

An original of one of the following documents with complete name and complete SSN:

  • Social Security card (with the customer’s current name); or
  • W-2 form (not handwritten); or
  • Pay check/stub; or
  • SSA-1099; or
  • Any 1099 (not handwritten).

Customers without an SSN can find assistance on our What To Bring FAQ page.

3. Proofs of Residential Address

Customers may not use their current driver license or ID card as proof of residential address.

Customers must submit two different documents with their Florida residential address (printouts or faxes of these documents are acceptable). We will no longer accept out-of-state or U.S. territory addresses for applicants obtaining a Florida Class E license or identification card.

 Residential address documents include, but are not limited to:

  • Household information documents – Deed, mortgage, monthly mortgage statement, or residential rental/lease agreement; or
  • Florida voter registration card; or
  • Florida vehicle registration or title; or
  • Utility bill – (Ex. water, gas, electricity, cell phone, cable) (must be dated within the last 30 days); or
  • Automobile payment booklet (must be dated within the last 30 days); or
  • Selective service card (must be dated within the last 30 days); or
  • Medical or health card and/or medical bill (must be dated within the last 30 days); or
  • Homeowner and/or automobile insurance policy or bill (must be dated within the last 30 days); or
  • Employer documentation (W-2 form or 1099 form, paycheck stub (must be dated within the last 30 days)
  • A letter from a homeless shelter, transitional service provider or a half-way house verifying the customer resides at the shelter address. (must be dated within the last 30 days) or
  • Financial statements (bank, credit cards or investment accounts) (must be dated within the last 30 days)
  • Mail/documents used by Federal, State, County or City government agencies (including cities and county agencies) (must be dated within the last 30 days)
  • Sexual Offender/Sexual Predator/Career Offender: (must be dated within the last 30 days) Certification of Address, section A, and the FDLE Registration form completed by the local sheriff’s department.

Customers who do not have any of the above documents in their name may have the person they reside with complete a Certification of Address form along with two proof of address documents listed on that form.  The person the customer lives with must be present at the issuance office or must sign a Certification of Address form in the presence of a notary.

In accordance with the REAL ID Act, customers are not required to present these documents for subsequent renewals unless their information changes (e.g., name, address). However, if the customer is applying for a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) or Commercial Driver License (CDL), they must present proof of residence documents as outlined below.

Customers who have legally changed their name by marriage, divorce or court order must have their name changed on their USCIS documents.

Proof of Residential Address for CLP and CDL Holders

All CLP or CDL applicants must present two proofs of Florida residential address in their name. Applicants can present two proofs from List A or one proof from List A and one proof from List B.

LIST A for CLP / CDL – item presented must be in the applicant’s name.

    1. A recent lease or rental agreement for the residence with a term of 6 months or greater in the name of the driver; or
    2. Current Florida voter registration card; or
    3. Florida vehicle or vessel registration or title; or
    4. Current homeowner’s insurance policy or bill; or
    5. Current utility bill (water, gas, electricity, cell phone, cable) must be dated within the last 30-days; or
    6. Recent cellular or landline telephone bill (must be dated within the last 30 to 60 days); or
    7. Recent internet service provider bill (must be dated within the last 30 to 60 days); or
    8. Latest property tax bill;
    9. Mortgage deed for property in Florida

LIST B for CLP / CDL – item presented must be in the applicant’s name.

    1. Latest W-2 form or 1099 form; or
    2. Recent bank statement (must be dated within the last 60 days); or
    3. Recent credit card statement (must be dated within the last 60 days); or
    4. Latest military orders; or
    5. Recent pay stub (must be dated within the last 60 days); or
    6. Recent official government documents (must be dated within the last 60 days)

CLP or CDL applicants unable to provide a proof of residential address from list A, must provide a Declaration of Domicile filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court pursuant to Florida Statutes section 222.17 AND one proof of residential address document from list B.

CLP & CDL applicants cannot use a Certification of Address (HSMV-71120) for licensure.

Proof of Florida Residency for CLP and CDL Applicants

All customers applying for an original CDL or Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) must present one of the documents listed below to establish Florida residency:

  1. A current Florida Class E Driver License or Florida Identification card held for a period of more than six (6) consecutive months.
  2. A lease agreement, in the customer’s name, that has been in place for a period of more than six (6) consecutive months.
  3. A current residential mortgage, in the customer’s name, signed more than six (6) months ago.
  4. A current residential deed, in the customer’s name, signed more than six (6) months ago.
  5. A Florida Voter Registration Card.
  6. A statement of domicile pursuant to section 222.17, F.S.
  7. A homestead tax exemption filing on property in this state.