办身份证

Absolutely. A state ID card works just like a driver's license for identification purposes. You'll need your passport, proof of address, and Social Security number.

The fee is twenty dollars. We'll process your application today, take your photo, and the card will be mailed to you in about two weeks.

Yes, but only if it's a REAL ID. Starting this year, you need a REAL ID-compliant card to board domestic flights. I'd recommend upgrading to a REAL ID — it just requires a couple more documents.

For the REAL ID, you'll need your original birth certificate or passport, a document with your Social Security number, and two proofs of California residency — like a bank statement and a utility bill.

Yes, your foreign passport along with your visa or I-94 arrival record will work as your primary identity document. We'll also need your immigration documents to verify your legal presence.

For non-citizens, the REAL ID is valid until the expiration date on your immigration documents. So if your visa is good for two years, your ID will match that. You'll need to renew it when your status is extended.