Utah - Apply for State Identification ( ID ) Card

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Procedure

Apply for an ID Card

1. To apply for an Identification Card in Utah you will need to visit a driver license office.
2. Complete an ID Card application, to save you some time you can:
   1. Fill out and print the application ahead of time online and bring it with you when you go to the office, or
   2. You can schedule an appointment prior to your visit to avoid waiting in line.
3. Have your photo taken.
4. Provide proof of birth, full social security number and residence.
5. Pay the nonrefundable ID fee of $18.00
6. You will receive a temporary photo ID on the same day that you have submit your application along with all the required documents. The completed ID Card will then be mailed to you in approximately three weeks.

Renewal

You may renew your valid regular identification card one time through the mail or internet if it was issued after January 1, 2010. Eligible applicants will be notified by mail of their eligibility and the process to complete in order to renew.

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Required Documents

Applicants will need to submit proof of birth, full social security number and residence.

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Office Locations & Contacts

Driver License Division

Administrative Office (Not a Licensing Office)
Headquarters
Salt Lake City, Utah
Calvin Rampton Building
Third Floor - South
4501 South 2700 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84129-5995

PO BOX 144501
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-4501

Office: 801.965.4437
Fax: 801.964.4482

Phone and Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Services Offered at the Administrative Office:

• Issues driver history record (MVR - Motor Vehicle Report)
• Receives payment to reinstate your driver license
• Pick up surrendered driver license and/or ID cards

Payment by Cash, Check, Money Order, Debit Card and Credit Cards are accepted at this location for reinstatements of license
Questions concerning DLD operations call Customer Service 801.965.4437 or toll free at 888.353.4224

There are 26 driver license offices around the state offering a variety of services.

Drivers License Division Offices

Website

Eligibility

• No age restriction
• Resident of Utah
• Citizen of US or legally present in the US

Note: Effective July 1, 2012 you cannot carry both a Utah driver license and a Utah Identification card.

To those who are no longer capable of driving due to medical reasons or age, you may surrender your Utah Driver License for a Utah State Identification Card free of charge. You must appear in person at a licensing office to take a photo and sign the ID card application.

Fees

• Identification card: $18.00
• Identification card for person with a disability: $13.00

Validity

An ID Card is valid for 5 years.

Documents to Use

Application Form

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Processing Time

You will receive a temporary photo ID on the same day you submitted your application along with all the required documents. The completed ID Card will then be mailed to you in approximately three weeks

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Instructions

1. Go to Utahs DMV Office
2. Submit the required forms
3. Pay the necessary fees

Required Information

• Name
• Date and Place of birth
• Current residence
• Citizenship

Need for the Document

Obtaining a State Identification Card is not a requirement in Utah. However, an ID card is useful in the event you are unable to obtain a driver license, you need to cash a check, travelling, and for law enforcement purposes.

Following is a procedure on how you can obtain a state identification (ID) card in Utah.

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External Links

• Utah Department of Public Safety Website:

http://publicsafety.utah.gov/dld/idcard.html

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