Ohio residents of any age who do not drive can obtain an Identification Card from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Learn how.
Information provided by the Ohio BMV
The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles issues Ohio Identification (ID) cards to Ohio residents without a valid driver’s license. Ohio ID cards are valid for four or eight years, and there is no minimum age for obtaining one. Ohioans can get an ID by visiting a BMV deputy registrar licensing agency.
Ohio ID Card Eligibility
Ohio residents without a valid driver’s license can receive an ID card. There is no minimum age for obtaining an ID card, but individuals must provide proof of legal name, date of birth, social security number, legal presence, and Ohio residency. A parent or a guardian must accompany Ohioans under 18.
Preparing for a BMV visit
Before visiting a licensing agency, be sure you have all the necessary documents to be issued an ID card. You can now get in line online when visiting the deputy registrar license agency.
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Getting a Compliant ID Card
Applicants must provide proof of:
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Legal presence in the US
- Social Security number (SSN)
- Ohio street address—TWO documents from different sources on the Acceptable Document List proving Ohio street address are required for proof of Ohio residency.
- Proof of name change (if applicable)
Getting a Standard ID Card
Applicants must provide proof of:
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Legal presence in the US
- Social Security number (SSN)
- Ohio street address
- Proof of name change (if applicable)
Ohio ID Card Price
Starting April 7, 2023, Ohioans 17 years and older can receive an ID card at no cost.
For Ohioans who are 16 years and younger, an ID card will cost:
- New / Renewal costs $10.00 for a 4-year and $19.00 for an 8-year.
- Duplicate or Online Reprint costs $9.00 for a 4-year and $9.00 for an 8-year.
ID Card Renewal
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