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Wisconsin DMV issues REAL ID compliant products (marked with a µ) in accordance with the federal Real ID Act of 2005. If you plan to fly within the U.S., visit a military base or other federal buildings, the Department of Homeland Security will require identification that is REAL ID compliant (or show another acceptable form of identification, such as a passport) beginning May 7, 2025, the new deadline for this Federal requirement. Don’t get left behind without a REAL ID.

Two (2) proofs of residency are required.

The following documents are acceptable proof of Wisconsin residency when they include your name and current Wisconsin residence street address. Documents listing a post office box or commercial receiving agency as the mailing address are not acceptable. The department will decline to accept any document presented if it does not provide conclusive proof of residency. Additional verification may be requested.

For REAL ID compliant and non-compliant cards

All documents for proof of Wisconsin residency must contain your name and current Wisconsin address. REAL ID compliant cards require two (2) proofs of residency.

• A Wisconsin driver license or ID that is not expired by more than 8 years
• Utility bill addressed to the applicant for water, gas, electric, cable TV, internet service, or telephone service, including bundled services. Printouts of electronic documents are acceptable
• An applicant's paycheck, paystub, payroll statement, or earning statement that includes the employer's name and address. Printouts of electronic documents are acceptable
• An account statement for an account held by and addressed to the applicant from a bank, credit union, savings and loan, financial institution, or brokerage house. Printouts of electronic documents are acceptable
• A deed, title document for a mobile home, mortgage, or a rental or lease agreement that includes the landlord's name and phone number. A rental or lease agreement of any age is acceptable during the initial rental or lease term. Renewal or extension of a rental or lease agreement that is more than one year old may not be considered. Photocopies are acceptable.
• Current homeowner's, renter's, or motor vehicle insurance policy, or proof of insurance or billing statement dated within one year of the application
• Government-issued correspondence or product issued to the applicant, that was issued by a federal, state, county, or municipal agency within the one-year period preceding the application, except Quest or Forward cards. Certified copies are acceptable
• A valid Wisconsin hunting license or concealed carry permit issued to the applicant
• Department of Corrections documentation; such as letters from probation or parole agents on official letterhead
• A certified school record or transcript
• College enrollment documentation or U.S. Department of Homeland Security form DS 2019, Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1)
• An unexpired photo identification card issued to the applicant by a Wisconsin accredited university, college, or technical college
• An employee photo identification card issued to the applicant by the applicant's current employer
• A letter from a homeless shelter or a social service organization providing services for homeless individuals. The letter must identify the individual, include the physical address of the location designated as the person's residence, be on the organization or shelter letterhead or stationery, and be signed by a person affiliated with the organization or shelter.
• For a person 26 years or younger, a Wisconsin driver license or ID for a parent or guardian of the applicant, provided the parent or guardian's address on their proof and on department records matches the address provided for the applicant.
• For a federal judge who requests a product listing the judge's courthouse address under s. Trans 102.04 (10), official federal government identification that verifies the judge's name and status as a federal judge. The judge shall also provide the courthouse address to be used on the product in lieu of the judge's residence address. This identification may be required for each renewal or reissuance of the product if the courthouse address will be used on the renewed or reissued product.
• For a person enrolled in the state address confidentiality program under s. 165.68, Stats., a copy of the person's Safe at Home program card

The department will decline any document presented if it has reason to suspect its authenticity. Questionable documents may require additional review.