How to Get a Wisconsin ID Card

This page provides a guide to getting a FREE government picture ID (Wisconsin Voter ID) by simply following a few simple steps.

I DON'T get mail at the address listed on my last ID

 * 1) Either:
 * 2) * Go directly to your nearest DMV Renewal Site to order a duplicate ID. Make sure to change your address to where you currently get mail.
 * 3) * Call the DMV at 608-264-7447. Follow prompts to obtaining an ID (Opt. 4, then Opt. 4)
 * 4) If you call, explain to the DMV representative that you lost your ID and that you are trying to order a duplicate online and need your ID number. Provide the information requested and write down your ID number.
 * 5) Change your address online at: http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov/drivers/drivers/address-change.htm
 * 6) Either:
 * 7) * Go directly to your nearest DMV Renewal Site to order a duplicate ID
 * 8) * Order your duplicate ID online at: www.dot.wisconsin.gov/drivers/drivers/duplicate-id.htm
 * 9) If you order online, go to the bottom of the page and click: "Begin online duplicate/renewal ID card"
 * 10) Follow the prompts and provide the necessary information. Make sure to choose the FREE ID for voting.
 * 11) Download your temporary ID and print. Your official ID will come in the mail in 7-10 business days.

I DO get mail at the listed address on my last ID

 * 1) Either:
 * 2) * Go directly to your nearest DMV Renewal Site to order a duplicate ID
 * 3) * Order your duplicate ID online at: www.dot.wisconsin.gov/drivers/drivers/duplicate-id.htm
 * 4) If you order online, go to the bottom of the page and click: "Begin online duplicate/renewal ID card"
 * 5) Follow the prompts and provide the necessary information. Make sure to choose the FREE ID for voting.
 * 6) Download your temporary ID and print. Your official ID will come in the mail in 7-10 business days.

I Have NOT had a Wisconsin ID

 * 1) You will need the following documents:
 * 2) * Photo ID OR Birth Certificate
 * 3) * Social Security Card
 * 4) * Letter of Residency
 * 5) What if I don't have any of these documents:
 * 6) * Birth Certificate
 * 7) * Letter of Residency
 * 8) * With the first two, you can get a Social Security Card by taking a birth certificate and residency verification to the Social Security office. They will provide you with a print out of your card.
 * 9) Go to the DMV with your birth certificate, residency verification, and Social Security print out. Get your ID. Make sure to check the box for a FREE voter's ID.
 * 10) Take your ID and birth certificate back to the Social Security office to get a duplicate of your Social Security Card.