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You must apply for a REAL ID or ENDID at a DMV office and show proof of identity. For an NDID you must also provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. You cannot apply online, by phone, or by mail.

There is a subtle difference between the ENHANCED ID and the REAL ID. The ENHANCED ID allows cardholders to cross land or sea borders with Canada, Mexico, and some places in the Caribbean without a passport.

Apply at a DMV office You cannot apply online, by phone or by mail.

Checking your status online is probably the most convenient way. Every state has its own DMV site which is easy enough to find. Residents of New York can sign up for MyDMV and use the Permit or ID, My License service. You will be able to check license status, privileges, number of points and more.

What is an Enhanced Driver License (EDL)? An Enhanced license (permit, or non-driver ID) is a New York State DMV issued document that you can use instead of a passport to return to the US by land or sea from Canada, Mexico and some countries in the Caribbean.

New York's REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses and ID cards have a star inside a black circle, in the upper right corner. Additionally, New York state enhanced IDs have a flag in the corner and they also are valid for boarding a flight. The deadline for REAL ID enforcement is .

An Enhanced license, permit, or non-driver ID is a New York DMV issued document that can be used in place of a passport at US Land/Sea Border crossings (such as Canada, Mexico, and some countries in the Caribbean), and entry into federal buildings and military bases.

Fee for an Enhanced Driver License (EDL) or Enhanced Permit. There is an additional $30.00 fee for an Enhanced Driver License.