Name Change and Enhanced Driver Licenses in New York

You may have a problem getting an enhanced driver license if your name on your birth certificate does not match your current driver license. 

Beginning on October 1, 2020, the federal government will require your driver license, permit or ID card to be REAL ID compliant if you wish to use it as identification to board a domestic flight (within the U.S.), or enter military bases and certain federal facilities.

• If the name on your license, permit, or non-driver ID application does not match the name on your identity, lawful status, and social security proofs you must bring in court or government issued proof(s) documenting the event(s) causing your name change(s) such as a marriage license(s), divorce decree(s), adoption, or court order document(s). 

• Proof of identity, such as valid license, birth certificate or passport, with your full first, middle (if applicable) and last name. This name, as it appears on your proof of identity, will be displayed on your card as required by federal law

• To learn more visit https://dmv.ny.gov/which-id-right-me

Christopher Tompkins is an Attorney that has been handling Legal Name Change Matters for over 20 years in New York City  and Long Island. Contact him at 212 962-5363. Email:  NameChangeLawyer@gmail.com.    Visit his website at http://www.ny-legal-name-change-lawyer.com/