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Getting a REAL ID in Mississippi

The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, Driver Service Bureau page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.

  1. Know that every Mississippi license and ID card is issued as a REAL ID with the gold star.

    Source: driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  2. Bring two proofs of your Mississippi street address; P.O. boxes are not accepted.

    Source: driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  3. Bring an original or certified birth certificate (no photocopies) and proof of your full Social Security number.

    Source: driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  4. If your name changed, bring a marriage license, divorce decree, adoption order or court order.

    Source: driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

  5. If you are not a U.S. citizen, bring documents that prove your lawful status.

    Source: driverservicebureau.dps.ms.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
Every Mississippi driver's license and ID card is REAL ID compliant and carries the gold star.Source: driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

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Official Mississippi links

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