Motor Vehicle Department

PLEASE NOTE
This MVD location is now permanently closed. For nearest local MVD Resources, please visit: https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/

PERMANENTLY CLOSED


Real ID Acceptable Documents
Basic Documentation Requirements
MVD Press Release Regarding Real ID Act

Real ID Act Information

As of November 14, 2016, New Mexico started issuing driver's licenses and identification cards that comply with the federal Real ID Act of 2005 as well as non-compliant driving authorization cards.

On October 1, 2020, the federal government will require your driver's license or ID card to be Real ID compliant if you wish to use it as identification to board an aircraft or enter federal facilities where ID is required.

Existing New Mexico driver's licenses (issued before REAL ID) and ID cards will continue to be accepted until expiration or October 1, 2020, whichever is sooner.

When you renew your current New Mexico license, you will need to choose which credential you will be applying for and bring the required documents. To obtain a Real ID license or ID card, you must present proof of identity, proof of identity number and two proofs of address in person at the MVD one time, even if you did so prior to Real ID implementation.

There is no rush. You can wait until your next renewal or until you need to make a change to your name or address.