District Residents experiencing homelessness are eligible to receive a Non-Driver Identification Card free of charge or a for fee Driver’s License. Applicants must submit the required documentation to the DMV, including proof of identity and Social Security Number. In addition, applicants must provide a completed Homeless Services Proof of Residency Form, which can be obtained from a provider approved by the DC Department of Human Services (DHS). Information on locating an approved provider can be found on the DHS website. As long as the Homeless Services Proof of Residency Form is completed by an approved provider, proof of Identity and Social Security Number are provided, applicants will be eligible for a free ID.

For purposes of free ID, “Homelessness” is defined as lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence, including living in shelters, places not meant for human habitation, or being at imminent risk due to insufficient income or support networks.