Furthermore, the California DMV said, “You do not need a federal compliant REAL ID driver’s license or ID card to:
- Drive a vehicle
- Apply for or receive federal benefits (Veterans Affairs, Social Security Administration, etc.)
- Enter a federal facility that does not require an ID such as a post office
- Visit a hospital or receive life-saving services
The agency is offering REAL ID compliant driver’s licenses/ ID cards and Federal Non-Compliant driver’s licenses/ID cards.
Californians who want to have a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or ID cards must do the following:
- Make an appointment to visit a field office on or after January 22, 2018.
- Provide proof of identity, such as a U.S. birth certificate, U.S. passport, employment authorization document, permanent resident card or foreign passport with an approved form I-94.
- Show a California residency document.
- Present proof of your Social Security number.
