Get a REAL ID in Washington

Washington's REAL ID is the enhanced driver license (EDL) or enhanced ID card (EID), for U.S. citizens only: the proofs to bring, the appointment at a driver licensing office, and what it costs.

Your situation

Which card do you want?

Enhanced driver license (EDL)Your driver license, also good for domestic flights and land or sea re-entry from Canada, Mexico or the CaribbeanEnhanced ID card (EID)The same uses, but it is an ID card, not a driver license

Do you already have a Washington license or ID card of that kind?

Yes, I'm upgrading itYour current Washington driver license (for an EDL) or ID card (for an EID)No, this is my first

How old is the applicant?

18 or olderUnder 18

Is the name on your identity document different from the one on your citizenship document?

NoYesFor example after marriage, divorce or a court order

Update my plan

Your plan

1. Gather your documents

   • Proof of U.S. citizenship
     Certified originals or copies certified by the issuing agency.
     Accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Certified U.S. birth certificate (Issued by a city, county or state; hospital certificates aren't accepted)
     • Consular Report of Birth Abroad
     • Valid, unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
     • U.S. Certificate of Citizenship
     • U.S. Certificate of Naturalization
   • Proof of identity
     Accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Current, valid Washington driver license or ID card (Can be renewed in the office if expired)
     • Government (federal, state, county or municipal) employee ID card
     • Valid out-of-state driver license or ID card
     • Valid U.S. military ID card
     • Valid, unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
     • U.S. Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization
     • A parent or guardian (For applicants under 18)
   • Your Social Security number · all that apply
     You give the number; you don't need to show the card.
     Accepted documents

     • Your Social Security number (Required for adult and minor applications)
   • Two proofs of Washington residency · 2 different documents
     With your first and last name and your current Washington home address (no P.O. Box).
     Accepted documents (bring 2)

     • Your Washington ID or license, or your spouse's (A spouse's needs a marriage certificate or unexpired military ID)
     • Washington vehicle, vessel or utility trailer title or unexpired registration
     • Utility bill (electricity, gas, water, sewer or garbage) (Printout OK)
     • Telephone, cable, cell phone or internet bill (Printout OK)
     • Auto, home or renter's insurance policy or bill
     • Personal mail, postmarked

2. Check your documents

   The Department of Licensing's enhanced document tool shows what to bring for your situation. A printable checklist is also available in several languages.

   Enhanced document tool on fortress.wa.gov ↗

3. Make an appointment

   Book an appointment at a driver licensing office. Vehicle licensing offices (county auditors and subagents) don't offer driver license or ID card services.

   Appointments on fortress.wa.gov ↗

4. At the office

   Leave time for a document review and an in-person interview; applications are accepted up to 60 minutes before closing. Your photo is taken and you pay the fee. You leave with a temporary card; allow about 2 weeks (the EDL guide says 2-3 weeks after approval) for the card to arrive by mail.

Common reasons people get turned away

• A standard Washington license or ID (marked "Federal limits Apply") is not REAL ID-compliant and can't be used to board domestic flights.
• Only U.S. citizens can get an EDL or EID; a green card or work visa doesn't qualify. Noncitizens can fly with other accepted IDs, such as a Permanent Resident Card.
• Photocopies and online printouts aren't accepted unless the checklist says so, and hospital birth certificates don't count.
• The temporary EDL or EID can't be used at border crossings, and an EDL isn't accepted for international flights.

Offices that issue REAL ID

You make an appointment to apply in person at a Department of Licensing driver licensing office. Agency source.

53 offices in Washington

• Anacortes Driver Licensing Office Anacortes ✓ Listed for this office
• Smokey Point Driver Licensing Office Arlington ✓ Listed for this office
• Bellingham Driver Licensing Office Bellingham ✓ Listed for this office
• Bremerton Driver Licensing Office Bremerton ✓ Listed for this office
• Centralia Driver Licensing Office Centralia ✓ Listed for this office
• Clarkston Driver Licensing Office Clarkston ✓ Listed for this office
• Colville Driver Licensing Office Colville ✓ Listed for this office
• Coulee Dam Driver Licensing Office Coulee Dam ✓ Listed for this office
• Davenport Driver Licensing Office Davenport ✓ Listed for this office
• Ellensburg Driver Licensing Office Ellensburg ✓ Listed for this office
• Ephrata Driver Licensing Office Ephrata ✓ Listed for this office
• Everett Driver Licensing Office Everett ✓ Listed for this office
• Federal Way Driver Licensing Office Federal Way ✓ Listed for this office
• Forks Driver Licensing Office Forks ✓ Listed for this office
• Friday Harbor Driver Licensing Office Friday Harbor ✓ Listed for this office
• Goldendale Driver Licensing Office Goldendale ✓ Listed for this office
• Hoquiam Driver Licensing Office Hoquiam ✓ Listed for this office
• Ilwaco Driver Licensing Office Ilwaco ✓ Listed for this office
• Kelso Driver Licensing Office Kelso ✓ Listed for this office
• Kennewick Driver Licensing Office Kennewick ✓ Listed for this office
• Kent Driver Licensing Office Kent ✓ Listed for this office
• Lacey Driver Licensing Office Lacey ✓ Listed for this office
• Lakewood Driver Licensing Office Lakewood ✓ Listed for this office
• Lynnwood Driver Licensing Office Lynnwood ✓ Listed for this office
• Morton Driver Licensing Office Morton ✓ Listed for this office
• Moses Lake Driver Licensing Office Moses Lake ✓ Listed for this office
• Mount Vernon Driver Licensing Office Mt Vernon ✓ Listed for this office
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• North Bend Driver Licensing Office North Bend ✓ Listed for this office
• Oak Harbor Driver Licensing Office Oak Harbor ✓ Listed for this office
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• Pullman Driver Licensing Office Pullman ✓ Listed for this office
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• Seattle-Queen Anne Driver Licensing Office Seattle ✓ Listed for this office
• West Seattle Driver Licensing Office Seattle ✓ Listed for this office
• Shelton Driver Licensing Office Shelton ✓ Listed for this office
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• Union Gap Driver Licensing Office Union Gap ✓ Listed for this office
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• Walla Walla Driver Licensing Office Walla Walla ✓ Listed for this office
• Wenatchee Driver Licensing Office Wenatchee ✓ Listed for this office
• White Salmon Driver Licensing Office White Salmon ✓ Listed for this office

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• Washington driver license and ID card: first license, renewal, replacement and REAL ID
• REAL ID explained: what changed and which ID you need to fly

Sources · checked October 30, 2026

• REAL ID (WA DOL)
• Get an enhanced driver license (EDL) (WA DOL)
• Get an Enhanced ID card (EID) (WA DOL)
• Guide to enhanced driver licenses (EDL) (WA DOL)
• Applying for an Enhanced Washington License or ID, checklist DE-520-431 (WA DOL)
• Driver licensing offices (WA DOL)
• Vehicle licensing offices (WA DOL)
• Get your first license or permit (WA DOL)

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