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May 19, 2021
Document proving Social Security number no longer required after federal rule change
Sacramento –Californians applying for a REAL ID from the Department of Motor Vehicles now have one less document to provide during the application process. Following updated federal rules, the DMV no longer requires applicants to provide a Social Security card or W-2 to prove they have a Social Security number. Starting today, Californians can now simply provide their Social Security number.
By filling out the solicitud en línea and uploading their documents, Californians can bring their confirmation code and documents to a DMV office at their convenience, even the same day, for express service – no appointment necessary. Once at a service window, it now takes less than 10 minutes to complete the REAL ID transaction.
“Getting a REAL ID in California just got a little easier,” said DMV Director Steve Gordon. “We continue to streamline the REAL ID process so that customers can upload required documents, avoid long lines and get a REAL ID well in advance of the federal enforcement date.”
To apply for a REAL ID, an applicant must provide a valid Social Security number, proof of identity and two proofs of California residency. A list of qualifying documents and other helpful information can be found at REALID.dmv.ca.gov.
Customers are required to wear face coverings and maintain physical distance during the COVID-19 pandemic emergency.
A partir del 3 de mayo de 2023, el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de los EE. UU. requerirá un pasaporte válido u otros otro documento aprobado por el gobierno federal, como una licencia de conducir o tarjeta de identificación REAL ID, para abordar vuelos dentro de los Estados Unidos y acceder a instalaciones federales y bases militares seguras.
The DMV is no longer requiring a document with a Social Security number after updating its system following passage of the REAL ID Modernization Act, which will allow for further process improvements in the future. The DMV continues to streamline its processes and incorporate technology to become more mobile and better serve its customers through more convenient service options.
Complete Other Transactions Online
Most DMV tasks do not require an office visit. The DMV continues to encourage customers to use its en línea and other service channels to complete transactions, including eligible driver’s license and vehicle registration renewals. As a temporary measure during the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly all Californians can now renovar su licencia de conducir en línea , incluso si el aviso de renovación indica que se requiere una visita a una oficina. Los clientes también pueden usar el Asesor de Servicio on the DMV website to learn their options to complete DMV tasks. With more customers using online services, DMV offices have more space to accommodate Californians who need a REAL ID or otherwise have to visit an office.