The RMV will send your new Mass ID to the mailing address on record in 10-14 business days.
Learn how to apply for a Massachusetts identification card (Mass ID).
- This page, Apply for a Massachusetts Identification Card (Mass ID), is offered by
- Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles
Apply for a Massachusetts Identification Card (Mass ID)
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What you need
If you are applying for a Mass ID, you have the option of choosing a REAL ID.
Beginning May 7, 2025, individuals 18 and older will need a REAL ID driver’s license or ID card (or another ID accepted by the TSA) to board domestic flights or enter certain federal facilities.
A Massachusetts REAL ID has a star in the top right corner. A standard driver's license does not.
Visit REAL ID in Massachusetts for more information.
To get a Massachusetts identification card (Mass ID) you must:
- Be at least 14 years old
- Not hold a valid license in Massachusetts or another state/jurisdiction
- Be a resident of Massachusetts
You must bring your required identification documents and completed application to an RMV Service Center.
You can start the application online.
Fees
*Mass IDs can be issued for fewer than 5 years, depending on the duration of an applicant’s lawful presence in the U.S. In this case, the fee will be prorated based on how long the Mass ID is valid. The cost will be $5 per year.
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts ID Card Fee | $25 | each |
How to apply
You must make an appointment at an RMV Service Center to get a Mass ID.
Bring the completed application, all required identification documents, and fee with you.
Most RMV service centers accept cash, check, money order, and credit or debit cards.
Since payment methods vary by location, check what’s accepted at the site you will be visiting.
You cannot complete the process to get a Mass ID online but you can get started by filling out the application and answering some questions.
At the end of the questionnaire, you will be provided with a complete application and a list of required documents to bring with you.
Next steps
Receiving Your Mass ID
You will be given a temporary Mass ID that is valid for 60 days when you visit the Service Center. A permanent Mass ID will be mailed to you in 10-14 business days.
Downloads
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