Is REAL ID a valid form of state-issued identification?

[NLReds 0]

Hi all,

Just prepping my N-400 to file in the next few weeks, and was having a look at the accompanying instructions. In the 'Required Evidence' section, it points out that I will need a valid state-issued identification to bring along with me to the interview. I currently don't drive (was learning pre-pandemic), so I think my options are either a non-drivers license, or a REAL ID. Does anyone happen to know whether REAL ID would be acceptable for this purpose?

 

My local field office is showing between 14.5 and 17 months to process the N-400 currently, so I have a bit of time for life to get back to normal in terms of COVID, resuming driving lessons and hopefully passing the test/getting my state driving license. Just thinking that if I somehow rely on the drivers license, and (repeatedly) fail spectacularly at driving (I'm a nervous adult learner) - I might be in a bit of time pressured situation of not having a valid state ID. So, I could in theory fall back on to REAL ID as my accompanying evidence - if it is indeed viewed as a valid ID to bring to the interview.

 

Thanks,

AM

 

[KULtoATL 1,551]

Hi AM! The latest state issued ID cards that have a black star or gold star ARE what you referred to as a REAL ID. State IDs are a valid form of state-issued identification. You do not need a driver's license if you are not a driver.

[HRQX 4,145]

1 hour ago, NLReds said:

Does anyone happen to know whether REAL ID would be acceptable for this purpose?

Yes. Your state can issue "REAL ID" DLs and IDs. Getting the "REAL ID" version is recommended than the "non-REAL ID" version.

[igoyougoduke 1,662]

2 hours ago, NLReds said:

Hi all,

Just prepping my N-400 to file in the next few weeks, and was having a look at the accompanying instructions. In the 'Required Evidence' section, it points out that I will need a valid state-issued identification to bring along with me to the interview. I currently don't drive (was learning pre-pandemic), so I think my options are either a non-drivers license, or a REAL ID. Does anyone happen to know whether REAL ID would be acceptable for this purpose?

 

My local field office is showing between 14.5 and 17 months to process the N-400 currently, so I have a bit of time for life to get back to normal in terms of COVID, resuming driving lessons and hopefully passing the test/getting my state driving license. Just thinking that if I somehow rely on the drivers license, and (repeatedly) fail spectacularly at driving (I'm a nervous adult learner) - I might be in a bit of time pressured situation of not having a valid state ID. So, I could in theory fall back on to REAL ID as my accompanying evidence - if it is indeed viewed as a valid ID to bring to the interview.

 

Thanks,

AM

 

you should use your green card if you have one. dont bother with other documents 

[SusieQQQ 11,587]

3 hours ago, igoyougoduke said:

you should use your green card if you have one. dont bother with other documents 

This is true for general ID, but I think the state ID is to prove residence in the FO jurisdiction. It was a while back now but I’m pretty sure my IO took copies of both my GC and DL. That said..l just checked my actual N400 interview letter and it doesn’t list state ID.

 

 

Edited December 5, 2020 by SusieQQQ