You have been directed to this page because you may be eligible to renew your ID online.
Your renewed Virginia ID card will expire on your birthday at the end of the period of years which the card has been issued.
But, first, read on to learn more about a new type of ID available in Virginia.
On May 7, 2025, you’ll need a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or identification card (or another federally approved form of identification, like a U.S. Passport) to board a domestic flight or enter a secure federal facility.
If you want a REAL ID, you’ll need to visit DMV in person with the required documentation to apply. Stop by during office hours or make an appointment.
REAL ID compliant licenses and ID cards look the same as the credential you may have in your wallet today except that they display a star in the top right corner of the credential, while non-compliant licenses and ID cards display ”Federal Limits Apply” on the face of the card.
REAL ID is optional. If you don't want a REAL ID, you may continue renewing your credential online. However, please note that, effective immediately, some military bases may no longer accept non-REAL ID compliant credentials which display “Federal Limits Apply.” Please verify identification requirements prior to your visit.
Complete details are available at dmvNOW.com/REALID.
To renew your ID card online, see Online Services.
We encourage you to renew your license or ID by the expiration date. After expiration, Virginia law requires you to present proof of your legal presence in the United States. For a complete list of acceptable documents or information on obtaining a driver's license or identification card, refer to "Acceptable Documents for Obtaining a Driver's License or Photo ID Card" (DMV 141)
The renewal fee is the same as the original ID card fee. For example, an 8-year ID card costs $16. You may pay your fees with cash, money order, check, debit card, or major credit card.
| Credential Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| ID Card | $2 per year, $16 maximum |
| REAL ID | $10 one-time surcharge, in addition to standard fees |
When you renew your driver's license, you will be asked if you wish to become an organ donor. You can find out more about this worthy cause at Organ Donation.
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