For information on how to change your address on DMV documents and records , see change address [1]. To change your email address , use the email reminders service [2]. 

Driver license, permit or non-driver ID 
You must visit your local DMV office [3] and bring proof of the change. 

If you plan on traveling 
We recommend you come to the DMV now to get an Enhanced or REAL ID, and avoid a second office visit later. 1 Learn about Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents [4]. Complete this guide to make sure you have to correct proofs of identification you need. Also bring any additional information needed for your specific change listed below. Find your proofs [5 ] 

Change name 
To update a legal change of name on DMV records , bring these items to DMV office [3 ] a completed Application for Permit , Driver License or Non - Driver ID Card PDF [6] MV-44 your current license , permit or non - driver ID , or at least 6 points of proof of identity and [7 ] original or a certified copy of your U.S. marriage certificate, U.S. divorce documents or other court papers for a change of name issued in the U.S. 2 When you change your name on your driver license, permit or non - driver ID , you must update your photo. 

Change date of birth 
If your date of birth is not correct , bring proof of age as listed on proofs of identity and date of birth for NY State driver license, learner permit or non - driver ID [7]. 

Change gender 
If you had a gender change or you are transgender , bring a completed Application for Permit , Driver License or Non - Driver ID Card PDF [6] MV-44 your current learner permit , driver license or non - driver ID proof of a gender change 3 

Correct an error 
If we made an error on your document , use the Ask DMV a Question [8] service to request a correction. We may be able to correct it without you coming to a DMV office. There is no fee for a correction. 

Change photo 
You must go to a DMV office. When you renew there is no additional fee to update y

user: I want to change my ID so it shows my new married name

assistant: Okay, you must visit your local DMV office and bring proof of the change

user: I also have an ID that might not be real or whatever you call it even though you issued it to me, so what should I do so I'm ready when I want to travel?

assistant: You should come to the DMV and get an Enhanced or REAL ID 

user: what do I need to bring with me to get the new ID?

assistant: We have a guide you can use to make sure you have to correct proofs of identification you need.

user: do you have more info I can look at about the new real ID?

assistant: Yes, we have more information for you so you can learn about Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents

user: can I also change my address if I need to?

assistant: yes, you can see our change of address section for more information

user: Do I need to change the name on my vehicle registration too?

assistant: If you are going to update your legal name we can help you with what items you need to bring to your local DMV to make the change

user: what forms do I need to change the name on my ID?

assistant: Do you want to update a legal change of name on the DMV records?

user: yes, I'm married now and want my ID and records to show my new name

assistant: Okay, you should have: a completed Application for Permit, Driver License or Non-Driver ID Card when you go to the DMV