Get a REAL ID in Maine

Online or in person

No, first REAL ID in person · One visit to a branch or mobile unitThe BMV says your first REAL ID application must be made in person at a BMV branch office or mobile unit. Branch appointments can be booked online to skip the line. The BMV4ME mobile unit is walk-up only. AAA locations can't issue a first REAL ID.

Cost

$55 license, $30 ID cardNon-commercial license, original or renewal: $55 under 65, $40 at 65 and older. Commercial license: $59 under 65, $47 at 65 and older. ID card or any duplicate: $30.

Your plan

1. Gather your documents

   • Proof of identity, date of birth and U.S. citizenship
     Originals or copies certified by the issuing agency. A birth certificate must be a certified copy on security paper with a raised, embossed, impressed or multicolored seal, and not laminated.
     Show accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
     • Certified copy of a birth certificate from a U.S. jurisdiction
     • Consular Report of Birth Abroad (Form FS-240, DS-1350 or FS-545)
     • Certificate of Citizenship (Form N-560 or N-561)
     • Certificate of Naturalization (Form N-550 or N-570)
   • Your Social Security number
     You don't need to bring the card, but you must be able to give the number to BMV staff.
     Show accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Your Social Security number (card not required)
     • Evidence that you are not eligible for a Social Security number
   • Two proofs of Maine residence · 2 different documents
     Originals with your name and Maine residential address. A P.O. box is not accepted.
     Show accepted documents (bring 2)

     • Maine driver's license or ID
     • Property tax bill or deed
     • Maine vehicle registration or title
     • Insurance binder, card or policy
     • Pay stub
     • Utility bill (cable TV, phone, satellite, etc.)
     • Financial statement
     • Maine firearms permit or hunting/fishing license
     • School transcript or report card
     • Lien or lease agreement (auto or property)
     • Tax return or W-2
     • Home services contract
     • Two Residency Affidavits (Form MVL-17)
     • DHHS Compliance

2. Book a branch appointment (optional)

   Schedule a branch appointment online to skip the line. The BMV4ME mobile unit takes walk-ups only: take a ticket at the kiosk at the rear of the unit.

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3. Visit a BMV branch or the mobile unit

   Bring your documents and have your photo taken. Copies of your documents are scanned and kept on file. The Springvale branch is closed for up to six months from November 20, 2026; check the branch list and the mobile unit schedule. At the mobile unit, arrive early: it may stop issuing tickets when busy, and cards are mailed with an expected arrival of up to 4 weeks.

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