Limited-Term ID Card

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Eligibility

Persons who are not U.S. Citizens but have lawful presence are eligible.  DPC applicants are not eligible.

Not a Driver License

An ID card is for identification only and does now allow you to drive.

Age Requirement

If you are under 16, a parent or legal guardian must sign for you.

Homeless Fee Waiver

If you have written verification of homelessness, you may qualify for a free ID card.

Surrender Utah limited-term driver license for limited-term ID card

If you no longer qualify for a driver license or choose to stop driving permanently, the Driver License Division can mail you a free limited-term identification card.  This is a one-time offer.  To be eligible, you must have a Utah limited-term driver license that is not suspended or revoked, and you have current identity information and a photo taken within the last five years.  You can check eligibility by calling our customer service at 801.965.4437 or toll free 888.353.4224.

STEPS

  1. Gather Your Documents For Your Original Limited-Term ID Card:

    • Proof of identity, lawful presence, social security number, and Utah address.  Visit our Required Documents page for what is acceptable proof.

  2. Submit Application and Schedule Appointment:

    • You will need to schedule an appointment to visit a Driver License office to complete the process of obtaining your first original Utah limited-term identification card.

    Apply for Original Limited-Term ID Card

  3. Arrive For Your Appointment:

    • Have your appointment confirmation number ready to check in at the front desk.
    • Take a photo.
    • Take a number.
    • Present documents to the examiner.
    • SAVE verification will be run to verify your document status. (This process may take up to 14 days or longer.)
    • Pay the non-refundable fee of $23.00.

  4. When Do I Get My Limited-Term ID Card?

    • A temporary, limited-term identification card will be issued on the same day.
    • The completed limited-term identification card will be mailed to you in approximately 4-6 weeks and will have an expiration date of your legal presence or five years, whichever is sooner.  If there is no expiration date on your lawful presence documents, the expiration date of the limited-term ID card will be one year from the date of issuance.
    5. Attention: By law, you may not possess more than one REAL ID-compliant certificate at a time (e.g., a Utah ID card and a Colorado license.)