Getting a REAL ID in Indiana
The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
Bring one document proving your identity, such as a U.S. birth certificate or passport.
Source: in.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Bring one document proving your Social Security number showing the full number.
Source: in.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Bring two printed documents proving Indiana residency.
Source: in.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Bring legal proof of any name or date-of-birth change.
Source: in.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Visit a BMV branch and look for the star in the top right corner of your new card.
Source: in.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
- All new license, permit and ID applicants get a Real ID by showing identity, lawful status, SSN and two residency documents at a branch.Source: in.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
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