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Getting a REAL ID in Colorado

The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.

  1. Check your card for the REAL ID star.

    Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  2. Know that eligible residents are issued REAL ID automatically.

    Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  3. Bring proof of identity and lawful presence, your SSN and two Colorado address proofs.

    Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  4. Use originals or government-certified copies only.

    Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  5. Apply in person; an office visit is required for your first REAL ID.

    Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Check before you go: requirements and fees change, and some depend on your age or situation. The official page is the final word.

Related facts

REAL ID in Colorado
Colorado has issued REAL ID credentials since 2012; eligible residents (citizens, permanent residents, FAS citizens, CDL holders) get one automatically.Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
How to check
A REAL ID credential has a star on the front (black since 2020, gold before).Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
REAL ID proofs
Proof of identity, lawful presence and Colorado residency, plus your Social Security number (verified with SSA).Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
REAL ID fee
No extra charge: the $34 license and $20 permit fees are listed under REAL ID license/ID fees.Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

More in the Colorado guide

Learner's permitSteps and official links →First licenseSteps and official links →RenewalSteps and official links →Moving to ColoradoSteps and official links →Lost or replacement licenseSteps and official links →

Official Colorado links

Agency home pagedmv.colorado.gov ↗Appointmentsdmv.colorado.gov ↗Driver handbookdmv.colorado.gov ↗Driver handbook (PDF)dmv.colorado.gov ↗Driver handbook (Spanish)dmv.colorado.gov ↗Online renewaldmv.colorado.gov ↗REAL IDdmv.colorado.gov ↗Permit and first licensedmv.colorado.gov ↗New residentsdmv.colorado.gov ↗Replace a licensedmv.colorado.gov ↗Feesdmv.colorado.gov ↗

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