Identification cards provide alternative identification for Ohioans who may or may not drive. Ohio Identification (ID) Cards are issued to Ohio residents who do not have a valid driver license. There is no minimum age for obtaining a state ID card and they are valid for four years or eight years.
To obtain an Ohio ID care, you must provide proof of:
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Social Security number (if ever assigned)
- Legal presence
- Ohio residency
Go to the state’s “Acceptable Documents” page for a full list of identity documents and links to use an interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency (depatment of motor vehicles or DMV).
Learn about securing an Ohio ID.
Temporary ID Cards
- If an unexpired driver license is suspended, a temporary ID card may be issued to provide the driver with a form of ID until the suspension is over.
- Temporary ID cards are only issued in certain cases and can be used with court-ordered driving privileges.
Where Do I Go?
Visit any deputy registrar license agency in Ohio or renew online.
Find additional information about obtaining an Ohio ID card.