Politics & Government
California DMV New License Requirements: Everything You Need to Know
What you need to bring if you are a first-time driver's license applicant.
Sacramento, CA — If you are applying for a California's driver's license for the first time, be prepared to provide additional proof of residency starting July 1, the Department of Motor Vehicle announced.
As of Friday, all-first time California driver's license and identification card applicants, including commercial, motorcycle and Class C applicants, will be required to provide two proofs of residency instead of one.
The additional proof is required under Assembly Bill 1465.
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Acceptable documents to prove California residency include:
- Rental or lease agreement with the signature of the owner/landlord and the tenant/resident
- Deed or title to residential real property
- Mortgage bill
- Home utility bills (including cellular phone)
- Medical documents
- Employee documents
Click here, for the full list of acceptable documents.
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