Proof of ID Requirements

State law requires all applicants for a driver license or identification card to present specific documented proof of legal presence in the United States.

Procedures for US citizens will affect first-time applicants, new residents, and anyone currently holding an Oklahoma driver license who is applying for an upgrade of license class, such as upgrading to a commercial driver license. This will not affect Oklahoma residents who are renewing, unless they allow their license to expire. If the license is expired, the applicant must appear before a Driver Examiner to establish proof of legal presence in the United States.

The license or ID card of a noncitizen will be clearly labeled with the word "Temporary" and will be issued for the period of time of the person is authorized to be in the United States or for four years, whichever is shorter.

If a noncitizen applicant does not provide one of the documents required, a license or an ID card will not be issued, renewed, or replaced.

For both citizens and non-citizens, the name on the driver license or identification card must be same as the name on the document presented, unless the applicant also presents a court order of name change.

Expired driver license?
To renew an expired driver license, go to any Driver License Exam Station or to one of these tag agents certified to accept state issued certified birth certificates ONLY. Tag agents cannot accept any other documents, including passports or immigration documents.

• Procedures
  
  
• Primary Proof of Identification for a United States Citizen
  
  
• Primary Proof of Identification for a Foreign National or Legal Permanent Resident Alien