Driver License Requirements

The following is a summary of requirements for obtaining a Driver's License in Washington DC, Virginia, or Maryland. For complete instructions and a list of acceptable documents, visit the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) website corresponding to your state of residence. Only original documents will be accepted.

All motor vehicles must be registered and all drivers must be insured. Registration and insurance requirements vary according to state, so please contact the Department of Motor Vehicles in your state of residence for more information.

State	Proof of Identity	Proof of Legal Presence	Proof of Local Residency	Proof of SSN	Additional Requirements May Include
DC	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes*	Vision screening Knowledge exam Road skills test Certified translation of non-English license *Letter from Social Security Administration (SSA) indicating ineligibility may be used
MD	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes*	Vision screening Knowledge exam Road skills test Certified translation of non-English license 3-Hour Drug & Alcohol Education Program Schedule an appointment (1-800-950-1682) *Letter from Social Security Administration (SSA) indicating ineligibility may be used
VA	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes*	Vision screening Knowledge exam Road skills test *Letter from Social Security Administration (SSA) indicating ineligibility may be used. If you have been issued an SSN however, you must show your card.

Important Links

District of Columbia Department of Motor Vehicles (DC DMV)

Applying for a license - http://dmv.dc.gov/serv/dlicense.shtm
DMV locations - http://dmv.dc.gov/info/dropbox.shtm

Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA)

Applying for a license - http://www.mva.maryland.gov/Driver-Services/Apply/license.htm
DMV locations - http://www.marylandmva.com/LOCATION/default.asp

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

Applying for a license - http://www.dmv.virginia.gov/webdoc/citizen/drivers/applying.asp
Acceptable documents - http://www.dmvnow.com/webdoc/pdf/dmv141.pdf
DMV locations - http://www.dmv.state.va.us/webdoc/utilities/offices.asp