Dmv new york document guide

The New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires specific documents to process various transactions, such as applying for a driver's license, registering a vehicle, or obtaining a title. Here's a comprehensive guide to the documents you may need:

General Documents

  1. Proof of Identity:
    • U.S. birth certificate (original or certified copy)
    • U.S. passport (original or certified copy)
    • Permanent resident card (Green Card) (original or certified copy)
    • Valid foreign passport with a valid U.S. visa (original or certified copy)
  2. Proof of Social Security Number:
    • Social Security card (original or certified copy)
    • W-2 form or 1099 form with your name and Social Security number
  3. Proof of New York Residency:
    • Utility bill (electricity, gas, water, or phone) with your name and address
    • Lease agreement or rental contract with your name and address
    • Bank statement or credit card statement with your name and address
    • Pay stub with your name and address

Specific Documents for Driver's License or ID Card

  1. Proof of Name Change (if applicable):
    • Marriage certificate (original or certified copy)
    • Divorce decree (original or certified copy)
    • Court order changing your name (original or certified copy)
  2. Proof of Date of Birth:
    • Birth certificate (original or certified copy)
    • Passport (original or certified copy)
  3. Proof of Identity:
    • Same documents listed above under "General Documents"

Specific Documents for Vehicle Registration

  1. Proof of Insurance:
    • Insurance card or policy with your name and vehicle information
  2. Proof of Vehicle Ownership:
    • Title (original or certified copy)
    • Manufacturer's certificate of origin (original or certified copy)
    • Bill of sale (original or certified copy)
  3. Proof of New York Residency:
    • Same documents listed above under "General Documents"

Specific Documents for Vehicle Title

  1. Proof of Vehicle Ownership:
    • Same documents listed above under "Specific Documents for Vehicle Registration"
  2. Proof of Identity:
    • Same documents listed above under "General Documents"

Additional Documents

  1. Proof of Military Service (if applicable):
    • DD Form 214 (original or certified copy)
    • Military ID card (original or certified copy)
  2. Proof of Disability (if applicable):
    • Disability award letter from the Social Security Administration
    • Disability award letter from the Veterans Administration
  3. Proof of Name Change (if applicable):
    • Same documents listed above under "Specific Documents for Driver's License or ID Card"

Online Documents

  1. Electronic copies of documents can be accepted, but they must be certified and uploaded to the DMV's online system.
  2. Some documents, such as proof of insurance, can be submitted electronically through the DMV's online system.

Certification and Authentication

  1. Documents must be certified by the issuing authority or notarized.
  2. Documents must be authenticated by the New York State Department of State, Division of Licensing Services, if they are issued by a foreign government or a government agency.

Remember to check with the New York DMV for specific requirements and any additional documents that may be needed for your particular situation.