Washington - To Change Gender Designation in a Driver Licence

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Procedure

1. You will need to update and verify your information with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If you have an Enhanced Drivers License (EDL) or Enhanced ID Card (EID), get in touch with the Social Security to update your information. The Washington State Department of Licensing will need to verify your information with SSA before changing your license.
   If you don’t have an EDL, it’s still a good idea to update your information with Social Security. You’ll want to make sure your name, date of birth, and gender matches on all your documents.
2. Submit your information to the Washington State Department of Licensing:
   1. In Person: Visit a driver licensing office location. Submit and present all required documents (see list below)
   2. By mail: Send the completed Change of Gender Designation Request. A copy of your valid WA: Driver license/ID card, EDL/EID or Instruction permit
3. You will be notified in writing when your request has been processed. The notification includes information on how you may obtain a new card.
4. You can apply for a new card online or in person by going to a driver licensing office. You will need to bring along your authorization letter and your valid WA Driver license/ID card, EDL/EID or Instruction permit.

Note: Incomplete applications will not be processed.

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Required Documents

Your current WA:

• Driver license/ID card
• EDL/EID
• Instruction permit
• Payment for the fee
• One of these showing the new gender:
• Valid US Passport
• Certified US Birth Certificate
• Valid Driver’s license or Identification card issued by a US state or territory
• Court Order indicating gender designation change
• Valid US Permanent Resident Card (I-551)
• Valid Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
• A completed Change of Gender Designation Request

Office Locations & Contacts

Driver Licensing Offices in Washington

Social Security Administration
1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778)
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Eligibility

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Fees

Get an updated card:

• If you get it at an office: $10
• If you get it online: $20

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

Change of Gender Designation Request

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Processing Time

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Instructions

If you would like to change the gender designation on your driver license or ID card to accurately reflect your identity you can do so sending a request by mail and if your request is approved then you get a letter authorizing you to get a new card.

Required Information

• Full Name
• License or ID card number
• Gender Designation
• Daytime telephone number
• Email

Need for the Document

A driver's license or driving license is an official document which states that a person may operate a motorized vehicle, such as a motorcycle, car, truck or a bus, on a public roadway. If your driver's license needs some modifications like address, name, or gender designation you can do so by following the instructions and procedure below.

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External Links

Washington State Department of Licensing

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