*Exception: If applying for a disabled parking permit, the applicant may be any age
Step 1. Proof of Legal Presence (Identity)
Bring one of the following documents for proof of your citizenship or legal presence (identity):
- Unexpired US Passport
- Original or Certified US Birth Certificate (must be government issued)
- US Naturalization Certificate
- INS (USCIS) Documentation (must have at least 61 days remaining until the expiration date) – if presenting INS documentation, you must schedule your appointment for the Driver License Branch – 904 301 Blvd W, Bradenton FL
- No Proof Available/No Proof of Legal Presence – Florida does not issue driver licenses/ID cards in this case; you must submit a proof of your identity
Step 2. Proof of Name Change (if applicable) – Bring ALL
If your current name is different than the name as listed on your proof of citizenship/legal presence, bring all that apply for proof of your legal name change (if applicable):
- Original or Certified Marriage License/Certificate (must be government issued – cannot be issued by a church)
- Divorce Decree
- Court Order
Note: You must report any name change to Social Security at least 48 hours before visiting our office so that your name verifies in the State driver license system and the Social Security Administration’s database.
Step 3. Proof of Social Security Number – Bring One
Sections 322.051 and 322.08, Florida Statutes, require customers to present proof of social security number (SSN). Proof must list full name and full SSN. Bring one of the following documents for proof of your SSN:
- Social Security Card or Stub
- W-2/1099 Form (pre-printed)
- Pay Stub
- Military ID card
Step 4. Proof of Residential Address – Bring Two
Bring two physical documents for proof of your residential address – it cannot be a PO Box. The documents must show your name and your residential address.
- Current Florida Car, Boat or Mobile Home Registration or Title
- Manatee County Property Tax Bill - obtain here (https://secure.taxcollector.com/ptaxweb)
- Manatee County Voter Registration Information - obtain here (votemanatee.com/Voter-Information/Voter-Status-Information-Check-Your-Registration-Status)
- Deed, Mortgage Statement, or Rental/Lease Agreement
- Selective Service Card
- Current Homeowner's or Automobile insurance policy/bill
- Most recent W-2 or 1099
- Utility bills (such as water, gas, electric, cell phone, cable)*
- Automobile payment booklet*
- Medical/Health card or medical bill*
- Paycheck stub*
- Financial statements (such as bank, credit cards, investment accounts)*
- Documents issued by Federal, State, County or City Government Agencies*
*must be dated within the last 60 days
If you are unable to provide two (2) proofs of residential address in your name as outlined above, you must comply with one of the following options in order to establish proof of residence:
Option 1:
Customers unable to provide proof of residential address in their name (as outlined above) may have the person they reside with complete a Certification of Address form (English - flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/71120.pdf / Spanish - flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/71120sp.pdf) along with providing two proof of address documents as outlined on the form. The person the customer lives with must be present at the appointment OR must sign the Certification of Address form in the presence of a notary.
Option 2:
Customers who are homeless and reside in an agency where housing services are provided (such as a homeless shelter or probation home) may provide the following:
- a letter from an authorized Manatee County homeless shelter, transitional service provider or half-way house verifying the customers resides at the agency's address (must be dated within the last 60 days) AND
- Section A of the Certification of Address form Certification of Address form (English - flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/71120.pdf / Spanish - flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/71120sp.pdf) completed by the customer, self-certifying their residential address.
Option 3:
Customers under the age of 18 may present two proofs of residential address as outlined above in their parent or guardian's name. Proof of relationship (such as birth certificate, military dependent ID card, etc.) is required.
Step 6. Visit Our Office to Obtain Your ID Card
Schedule an appointment online at taxcollector.com. We only serve Manatee County residents.
An Online Application is REQUIRED for all transactions! To complete your driver license or ID card transaction at one of our branches, you must complete the Online Driver License & ID Card Application (https://taxcollector.jotform.com/210103795736152) – or scan the QR code to access the application – prior to your appointment. Do not print the application; an associate will access your electronic submission during your appointment. Applications are valid for 90 days.
You will be required to take a photo per F.S. 322.142.
Length of ID Card
Your ID card will be issued for the following time period:
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident* 15 or older - 8-years
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident* 5 to 14 years old - 4-years
- Non-Immigrant* (temporary visitor status) - 4-years max
*Non-US Citizen transactions are processed at the Driver License Branch only – 904 301 Blvd W, Bradenton FL
Acceptable Methods of Payment and Estimated Fees
Our office accepts cash, check, debit cards, and credit cards. A $2.50 processing fee for debit cards and a 2.5% processing fee (minimum of $2.50) for credit cards will apply. Our office does not retain any portion of this fee.
Estimate of fees for your original Florida ID card:
- Service Fee........................$6.25
- ID Card...............................$25.00
Not a Manatee County Resident? Our offices are open by appointment only for Manatee County residents/businesses only. All out-of-county residents must visit their home county for information and processing. To find a location, visit flhsmv.gov/locations.