How to Get a Washington State ID

Requirements for a Washington State ID

In order to get a Washington State ID, you must meet certain requirements. To begin with, you must be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States. You must also be a resident of Washington State. You must have proof of identity, such as a valid driver’s license, passport, or birth certificate. You must also have proof of Washington State residency, such as a utility bill, bank statement, or rental agreement.

Applying for a Washington State ID

Once you have gathered the necessary documents, you can apply for a Washington State ID. You can apply online, by mail, or in person.

  • To apply online, you will need to visit the Washington State Department of Licensing website. You will need to fill out an application, upload the necessary documents, and pay the required fee.
  • To apply by mail, you will need to fill out an application and mail it, along with the necessary documents and payment, to the Washington State Department of Licensing.
  • To apply in person, you will need to visit your local Department of Licensing office. You will need to present the necessary documents and payment in order to complete the application process.

Once your application is approved, you will receive your Washington State ID in the mail.

Renewing a Washington State ID

Your Washington State ID is valid for six years. When the expiration date approaches, you will need to renew your ID. You can renew online, by mail, or in person.

  • To renew online, you will need to visit the Washington State Department of Licensing website. You will need to fill out an application, upload the necessary documents, and pay the required fee.
  • To renew by mail, you will need to fill out an application and mail it, along with the necessary documents and payment, to the Washington State Department of Licensing.
  • To renew in person, you will need to visit your local Department of Licensing office. You will need to present the necessary documents and payment in order to complete the renewal process.

Once your renewal is approved, you will receive your updated Washington State ID in the mail.

Replacing a Lost or Stolen Washington State ID

If your Washington State ID is lost or stolen, you will need to replace it. You can replace your ID online, by mail, or in person.

  • To replace your ID online, you will need to visit the Washington State Department of Licensing website. You will need to fill out an application, upload the necessary documents, and pay the required fee.
  • To replace your ID by mail, you will need to fill out an application and mail it, along with the necessary documents and payment, to the Washington State Department of Licensing.
  • To replace your ID in person, you will need to visit your local Department of Licensing office. You will need to present the necessary documents and payment in order to complete the replacement process.

Once your replacement is approved, you will receive your new Washington State ID in the mail.

Getting a Washington State ID is a relatively simple process, but it is important to make sure you have all of the necessary documents and information before you begin. Once you have gathered the required documents, you can apply for, renew, or replace your ID online, by mail, or in person.