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Getting a REAL ID in Delaware

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

  1. Use DMV's Document Guide to see which documents you need.

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

  2. Gather originals proving identity and legal presence, your Social Security number and Delaware residence.

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

  3. Bring originals or certified copies only; photocopies are refused.

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

  4. Present the documents once, at your next renewal or first license visit.

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

  5. Check for the star in the upper right corner of your new card.

    Source: dmv.de.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 (federally compliant license)
A compliant card has a star in the upper right corner. If you can't or won't bring source documents, you get a non-compliant card marked 'Not for Federal Identification'.Source: dmv.de.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
REAL ID documents
Original documents proving identity and legal presence, Social Security number, and Delaware residence. Existing holders do this once, at renewal.Source: dmv.de.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

More in the Delaware guide

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

Official Delaware links

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

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