Birth Certificate

Fee: $20
Minimum Age: 18 years old

Ways to Apply:

  • By Mail: Send an application to the appropriate county office with:
    • Copy of the front and back of a valid government issued ID
    • A self-addressed stamped envelope
    • The appropriate fee ($20)
  • In Person: Walk-in services available at certain county offices

Drivers License

Instruction Permit: $7
Cost: Standard: $25 | Military or student $10
Where: Local MVD office or authorized third party driver’s license party

Required ID:

  • Proof of Identity: bring one
    • Birth certificate
    • US certificate of birth abroad
    • U.S. passport or passport card
    • Permanent resident card/ Resident Alien card
    • US certificate of naturalization or citizenship
  • Social Security number- no document is needed, just provide the number
  • Proof that your presence in the U.S. is authorized under federal law
  • Proof of Arizona residency: two printed documents of mail with your current AZ address and applicant name
    • Mail must be from a business, organization, or government agency
    • Ex. Utility bills; Credit Card/ Bank statement; insurance policy
    • Those who do not have the required documents must complete an Arizona Residency Affidavit and supply additional proof of residency

Non-Driver Identification Card

No minimum age
Cost: Standard: $12 | Free if receiving SSI Disability Checks

Please note a parent/ guardian must be present to sign. 

Required Documents:

  • Primary Document: One is required
    • Birth certificate (original or certified copy) issued in any state, territory, or possession of the U.S.
    • Delayed birth certificate or certificate of birth abroad
    • U.S. passport or passport card
    • Tribal certificate of Indian blood or Affidavit of Birth
    • Foreign passport with a U.S. visa or visa waiver or I-94 form without a passport
    • Permanent residence card or resident alien card
  • Secondary Document: One is required
    • School ID (with photo)
    • Social Security card
    • Legal guardian certificate
    • Medical insurance card
    • Certified letter or identification for a ward of the court
  • Tertiary Document: Only required if no other document presented has a photo
    • Any document from the primary or secondary list
  • Required Social Security Documentation:
    • Verifiable Social Security number required. If you were not issued a Social Security number, you must provide documentation from the Social Security Administration verifying that you have not been issued an SSN.
  • No Proof of Principal Residence Required