If you need to obtain your Real ID, stop by one of our convenient MVD locations in Rio Rancho, Albuquerque, Santa Fe or Las Cruces today. New Mexico is moving toward full compliance with the Real ID Act of 2005, which requires specific documentation to establish proof of federal identification number, identity and age and New Mexico residency. Below is a list of eligible documents you may use.
REAL ID act of 2005 driver's license or ID card. If presented, see below for a list of additional documents required in conjunction with this form of ID.
If you have a question about whether a particular document or form of ID is acceptable for your New Mexico Real ID-compliant license or state identification card, please contact us.
Please note: These documentation requirements are acceptable for the issuance of Real ID-compliant non-commercial driver's licenses. Please see MVD Driver's Manual for details about documentation required for CDLs.