Get a REAL ID in Vermont

Online or in person

No, one office visit · One visit to a DMV officeTo upgrade from a Driver's Privilege Card to REAL ID you must renew in person with your identity documents. A first Non-Driver ID is also applied for in person. Appointments are recommended but not required, except for exams, which are by appointment only.

Cost

Same as a standard licenseREAL ID costs the same as a non-REAL ID card: license $39 for 2 years or $62 for 4 years (new or renewal); Non-Driver ID $29 for 4 years.

Your plan

1. Gather your documents

   • Proof of identity and date of birth
     Originals or certified copies; photocopies and faxes are not accepted.
     Show accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Valid, unexpired passport
     • Birth certificate
     • Consular Report of Birth Abroad (FS-240, DS-1350 or FS-545)
     • Valid, unexpired Permanent Resident Card (I-551)
     • Certificate of Naturalization (N-550 or N-570)
     • Certificate of Citizenship (N-560 or N-561)
     • REAL ID-compliant driver's license or ID card
   • Proof of your Social Security number
     Your name must match Social Security records.
     Show accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Social Security card
     • W-2 form
     • SSA-1099 form
     • Pay stub with your name and SSN (At least the last 4 digits)
     • Letter from the Social Security Administration saying you are not eligible for an SSN
   • Two proofs of Vermont residency · 2 different documents
     With your name and current Vermont street address; P.O. boxes are not accepted.
     Show accepted documents (bring 2)

     • Utility bill (Must list the service address)
     • Property tax bill with a physical location
     • Signed lease
     • Homeowners or renters insurance (policy or proof of claim)
     • School transcript, report card or enrollment confirmation
     • Federal tax document (W-2, 1099)
     • State tax document (IN-111)
     • Medical receipt or bill
     • Piece of mail (Can be used for only one of the two documents)
   • Proof of lawful status
     In most cases your identity document also proves lawful status. It must have at least 30 days left before it expires.
     Show accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Passport and visa
     • Permanent Resident Card (green card)
     • Other acceptable proof of lawful status

2. Fill in the application form

   Use the License/Permit Application (VL-021) for a new or renewed license, or the Non-Driver ID Application (VL-017) for an ID card.

   VL-021 License/Permit Application (PDF) ↗

3. Book an appointment

   Appointments are recommended but not required. Schedule on myDMV or call 888-970-0357.

   myDMV ↗

4. At the office

   Bring all your original documents. A Driver's Privilege Card holder upgrades to REAL ID by renewing in person. If you hold a non-REAL ID card, you must provide all required documents again.