You will typically need proof of identity, Social Security number, Pennsylvania residency, and any required medical or vision certifications for your driver’s license application. For U.S. citizens, you will need: Social Security Card (must be original) AND ONE of the following:
- Birth Certificate with raised seal (U.S. issued by an authorized government agency, including U.S. territories or Puerto Rico.) No other birth documents will be accepted.
- Certificate of U.S. Citizenship (BCIS/INS Form N-560)
- Certificate of Naturalization (BCIS/INS Form N-550 or N-570)
- Valid U.S. Passport (Only valid U.S. Passports and original documents will be accepted.)
For non-U.S. Citizens, you are required to bring ALL of the following:
- Original USCIS/immigration documents indicating current lawful
immigration status - Valid Passport, dependent on status
- Social Security Card or SSA ineligibility letter (must be original; card cannot be laminated)
(Please note: Documents must be original, photocopies will not be accepted.)
To obtain detailed information regarding “identity/residency requirements,” you can: - Visit www.dmv.pa.gov and Enter Search Term “Pub-195NC,” and
review required documents; or - Contact us at 717-412-5300. TTY callers – please dial 711 to reach us.