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Identification Cards

South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles

An original SC ID card or renewal is free for anyone 17 or older. Bring Form 447-NC, your birth certificate and recent proof of a South Carolina address to any branch; a temporary certificate is issued on the spot and the card arrives by mail in 7 to 15 business days.

Who it's for

South Carolina residents; free for ages 17 and older, $15 for ages 5 to 16, $10 for a replacement

How to get in

Complete Form 447-NC and visit an SCDMV branch in person.

What to bring

Original birth certificate, proof of any legal name changes, and proof of current SC address dated within nine months (two proofs for REAL ID)

Services

ID & documents