You can find the application form at the link below: Effective June 26, 2018, when you complete the application, you will automatically be opted in to register to vote unless you select to decline. The first step in obtaining a REAL ID driver license, or learner permit, is to print and fill out the driver license/identification card application form. Use DC DMV's online Document Verification Guide to determine what documents you need to obtain a REAL ID driver license by clicking the link below: In general, the steps to getting a DC DMV REAL ID driver license are: More information on the Limited Purpose credential is available at the link below: If you do not qualify for a DC DMV REAL ID license, you may be eligible for a DC DMV Limited Purpose driver license. The Real ID Core categories that you’ll need to verify who you are and where you live. Therefore, you need to find out what documents to COLLECT and BRING with you so you can SECURE your new REAL ID driver license or REAL ID identification card. The DC DMV issues a federally compliant driver license and identification card which is called “REAL ID”. If you reside in the District for more than 60 days, you must convert your out-of-state driver license or provisional license to either a DC DMV REAL ID driver license or a REAL ID provisional license.
