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Getting a REAL ID in Nevada

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

  1. Decide whether you want a REAL ID; the DMV says most drivers should get one.

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

  2. Book an in-person DMV visit; REAL ID cannot be issued online.

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

  3. Bring one proof of identity, such as a U.S. passport or certified birth certificate.

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

  4. Bring one Social Security document and two proofs of your Nevada home address.

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

  5. If your name changed, bring marriage, divorce, adoption or court records; a Social Security card does not count.

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

  6. Bring originals or certified copies only.

    Source: dmv.nv.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
Optional but recommended; REAL ID cards have a gold star in the upper right corner.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
REAL ID documents
One identity document, proof of any name changes, one Social Security document, two Nevada residential address proofs, and approved translations; originals or certified copies only. Shown once.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

More in the Nevada guide

Instruction permitSteps and official links →First licenseSteps and official links →RenewalSteps and official links →Moving to NevadaSteps and official links →Lost or replacement licenseSteps and official links →

Official Nevada links

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

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