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Verify Your Identity

CA DMV Wallet


 

California's mobile Driver's License (mDL) is a free, secure digital ID in the CA DMV Wallet app. It verifies your identity from your phone while keeping your personal information on your device.

Best if you:

  • Have a valid, easily readable California Driver's License or ID only
  • Have a compatible smartphone (iPhone XS or later with iOS 17.5+, or Android 9+ with NFC)
  • Have or can create a MyDMV account

How to Get Your mDL

The CA DMV Wallet is part of a free and voluntary pilot program. To enroll:

  1. Check your device compatibility
    • iPhone XS or later with iOS 17.5 or later
    • Android 9 or higher with NFC hardware
  2. Download the CA DMV Wallet app from the Apple App Store or Google Play
  3. Log in to your MyDMV account or create one. You may need your DL number and/or SSN to upgrade your account.
  4. Scan your physical California DL or ID card using the app
  5. Complete the verification process for CCCApply

Time to Complete

Roughly 5 to 10 minutes for initial enrollment and verification.

Don't Have the App Yet?

Download it from your app store before starting:

App Store Google Play

🚗 No California Driver's License or ID? Learn About AB 60

California's AB 60 program allows individuals who cannot provide proof of legal presence in the United States to obtain a California driver's license or state ID card. If you don't currently have one, you may be eligible.

To qualify for an AB 60 driver's license:

  • Be unable to provide proof of legal presence in the U.S.
  • Provide proof of identity and California residency
  • Pass the DMV knowledge test and behind-the-wheel drive test
  • Complete a driver education course (if age 15 to 17½)
To qualify for an AB 60 ID card:
  • Be unable to provide proof of legal presence in the U.S.
  • Provide proof of identity and California residency

ID cards do not require testing, only documentation.

How to get started:

  • Use the AB 60 Checklist to see if you have the necessary documents
  • Create a MyDMV account to start your application online
  • Schedule an appointment at your local DMV office

Learn more about the AB 60 Driver's License & ID Card program

Need help in your language? The DMV offers interpreter services. Call 1-800-777-0133 to request an interpreter for your appointment.