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In recognition of Independence Day, all DC DMV locations will be closed on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4.

 

On February 5, the Georgetown DMV Service Center experienced a significant water main break. Due to flooding impacts, the Georgetown DMV Service Center will remain closed to the public until further notice. DC DMV's services will remain available at our other locations, online and via our mobile app.

 

Due to a systematic issue with real-time authorization, the ACH/Electronic Check payment feature has been temporarily removed from all DMV online and mobile app transactions. Our team is working with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) to resolve the matter. Contactless, credit/debit card, cash, and check payments continue to be accepted in person.

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Eligibility for Free Non-Driver ID

DC DMV provides several groups of individuals non-driver identification (ID) cards free of charge. These free ID cards will be either REAL ID or Limited Purpose credentials. The categories and requirements to receive a free non-driver ID are outlined below.

Seniors 65 Years and Older

District residents who are 65 years and older receive their non-driver identification card free of charge (both original and renewals). You still must submit the required documentation to DC DMV for proof of identity, Social Security number and residency.  You are still required to pay the fee for a replacement non-driver identification card.

Recent Returning Citizens

District residents who were released from prison within the last 6 months are eligible to receive an original 6-month non-driver identification card free of charge. You still must submit the required documentation to DC DMV for proof of identity, Social Security number, and residency.  You are still required to pay the fee for a replacement non-driver identification card.

You may also submit an authorized letter from the DC Department of Corrections (DC DOC), Court Services & Offender Supervision Agency (CSOSA), or DC Parole and Probation Agency in place of the proof documents. To verify eligibility for the free 6-month ID card, you must also provide valid release papers indicating you were released from prison within the last 6 months.

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