What type of ID is required for a license test?
What type of identification do I need for a lesson or a license exam?
To take a license test, you must have some sort of photo identification, and a Washington state license number. The license number is free, and you can learn more about getting that number here on our website.
For the ID requirements, you will need something with your photo and date of birth on it, preferably from a government agency, a school, or some other municipality. It does need to be an original document, not a copy, and not in electronic form. Unfortunately, we aren't permitted to accept photos of the document on your cellphone. Below is a partial list of what is generally acceptable:
WA State ID Card
Can be expired up to 6 years.
Other State ID Card
Also can be expired up to 6 years.
Passport
Any country, can be expired.
Student ID card
We must see the original (somewhat recent) student ID card, and not a photocopy. Please also bring your birth certificate.
Yearbook Photo
A recent yearbook photo is acceptable, or school's website that lists your student record + photo, plus a birth certificate.
Parent Info
Under age 25? a parent can accompany you and present a WA Driver License or USA Passport plus your birth certificate.
Passport Card
Permanent Resident Card
Employment Auth. Card
Travel Visa
Military ID
Asylum Document
The above sample list is for license testing purposes only.
The ID requirements to take a state knowledge test or a driving exam are simpler. When you go to the Department of Licensing to get a new identity document, you'll need to bring more.
To get a Washington State ID Card, photo Instruction Permit, or Driver License, there is a longer list of documents you will need to bring. You can view this list on the DOL website here.
