Convert Out-of-State Driver Licenses
If you reside in the District for more than 60 days, you must convert your out-of-state driver license or provisional license to either a DC DMV REAL ID driver license or a REAL ID provisional license.
The DC DMV issues a federally compliant driver license and identification card which is called “REAL ID”. Therefore, you need to find out what documents to COLLECT and BRING with you so you can SECURE your new REAL ID driver license or REAL ID identification card.
The Real ID Core categories that you’ll need to verify who you are and where you live.
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Social Security Number
- Proof of Current DC Residency (2)
If you do not qualify for a DC DMV REAL ID license, you may be eligible for a DC DMV Limited Purpose driver license. More information on the Limited Purpose credential is available at the link below:
In general, the steps to getting a DC DMV REAL ID driver license are:
- Application
- Documentation
- Vision Screening
- Knowledge Test
- Road Test
- Photograph
- Fees
- Mailing
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Last updated: 1:33 PM EST December 9, 2025