Renew non-driver ID card[1] 
You can renew 1 year before and up to 2 years after your non - driver ID expires. If it is expired for 2 years or more, you can t renew - there are no exceptions. If you are 62 or older or you receive Supplemental Security Income SSI , you are eligible for a reduced fee or' No Fee' ID. See the section Reduced fee or' No Fee' non driver IDs on this page for more information. 

If you plan on traveling 
We recommend you renew in a DMV now to get an Enhanced or REAL ID, and avoid a second office visit later. 2 Learn about Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents [2]. 

Renew at an office and get an Enhanced or REAL ID 
You don't have to get an Enhanced or REAL ID. 3 However , if you have a Standard , you will not be allowed to board a domestic flight starting in October 2020 unless you have a Passport. Complete this guide to make sure you have the proofs of identification you need before you come to DMV. Find your proofs [3 ] 

Renew online 
WARNING: If you renew your Standard online , your new ID will show :' NOT FOR FEDERAL PURPOSES'. Don't delay! Get your Enhanced or REAL ID today. If you already have an Enhanced or REAL ID, or you want to keep your Standard , you can renew online. Your document type will stay the same. Renew non - driver ID online [4 ] 

Renew by mail 
WARNING: If you renew your Standard by mail , your new ID will show :' NOT FOR FEDERAL PURPOSES'. Don't delay! Get your Enhanced or REAL ID today. If you already have an Enhanced or REAL ID, or you want to keep your Standard , you can renew by mail. Your document type will stay the same. You cannot renew by mail if you have a REAL ID or Enhanced non - driver ID with a photo that is over 16 years old. You must come into an office to take a new picture. Complete the notice we sent you and return it in the envelope provided. Be sure to include payment in the form of a check or money order payable to " Commissioner of Motor Vehicles ". If you did not receive a renewal notic

user: Hello, I'm looking for some information on renewing my non-driver ID card #1 please.

user: I will be turning 21 soon, so I need to know what additional requirements there are for me to renew my non-driver ID card#1?

assistant: In order to renew your non-driver ID card #1, it is our requirement that you wait until you are within 40 days of your 21st birthday to renew.

user: Will I be subject to a fine if I attempt to renew my non-driver ID card#1 41 days or more before my 21st birthday, or will it be allowed through as I'm so close to the date?

assistant: If you attempt to renew your card within 40 of your 21st birthday, we will process it and your ID will actually have the words UNDER 21 on it on or near the date of your birthday.

user: I will be living overseas for the next two years at least. Will I need to pay the regular fees for a non-driver ID card renewal under these circumstances?

assistant: Yes, you will need to pay the regular fees for a non-driver ID card renewal even if you are living out of the country. The fees will not be discounted in a situation such as this.

user: Will I be eligible for a reduced fee or 'No Fee' non-drivers ID if am in receipt of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and I am under the age of 62?

assistant: Yes, if your circumstances dictate that you do receive Supplemental Security Income SSI and if you are aged 62 or younger, the fee you will be charged is $6.50.