This information may change according to changing government regulations. If you have questions, please contact our office. We'll be happy to help. Local Deputy Registrar's Offices 229 Broad Street Elyria, OH 44035 (440) 322-0723 2290 Kresge Drive Mayflower Square Amherst, OH 44001 (440) 988-9064 300 Broadway Avenue Erie Shores Building Lorain, OH 44052 (440) 244-5445   676 North Main Street Wellington, OH 44090 (440) 647-6022 Contact Information Office of International Students Peters Hall 205 Phone: (440) 775-8540 E-mail: international.students@oberlin.edu

Ohio State ID Cards

Those without a driver's license still often need to prove their identity so a state identification card might be a good solution. Below are a few basic facts about Ohio identification cards.

Description

1. Current Ohio identification Card is Digitized.
2. Header on the Identification Card is green if 21 years or older. The heading has the words: "OHIO Identification Card." The image appears on the right side.
3. If under 21 years of age, the header on the Identification Card is red. The heading has the words: "OHIO Identification Card." The image appears on the left side, with "UNDER 21 UNTIL (date)" on the right.

Usage

1. In Ohio, you cannot hold an Ohio driver license and Identification Card at the same time.
2. Ohio Identification Cards are used for identification only. You cannot use this card for driving privileges.
3. Ohio Identification Cards are valid for four ((4) years, expiring on the applicant's birthday.
4. There is no minimum age for obtaining an Ohio Identification Card.

How to Obtain an OHIO Identification Card

1. When applying, you must provide the following original documents:
   • Social Security Card (if an SSN has been assigned)
   • Current, unexpired passport (to prove full name and date of birth)
   • Valid Form I-94 (to prove non-immigrant status in the US)
   • Valid Form I-20

 

2. You may apply for an OHIO Identification Card at any one of the local offices listed on this page. The current fee is $8.50.