Driver's License in Nevada Without an SSN (2026)

Can You Get a Driver's License in Nevada Without an SSN?

Yes. Nevada allows residents to obtain a driver's license (or driving permit) regardless of immigration status under SB 273 (2013). You do not need a Social Security Number or proof of legal U.S. presence to apply.

Nevada issues a Driver Authorization Card (DAC) — not a standard driver's license. The DAC authorizes driving in Nevada only and may not be recognized in other states as a driver's license. It cannot be used as a federal ID. Despite the more limited scope, it allows Nevada residents to drive legally and get insurance.

⚠️ License type

Driver Authorization Card (DAC) — not a standard driver's license, not valid as federal ID. This license is valid for driving but cannot be used to board domestic flights, enter federal buildings, or as a federal form of ID. For air travel you will need your passport.

Required Documents

Bring the following to your Nevada DMV appointment:

1Proof of identity — valid foreign passport or consular ID card
2Proof of Nevada residency — 2 documents: utility bill, bank statement, lease, or government mail

💡 Tip

Bring original documents or certified copies — photocopies are not accepted. If your documents are in a language other than English, bring a certified translation.

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Gather identity and residency documents
Step 2: Visit a Nevada DMV office
Step 3: Complete the DAC application
Step 4: Pass knowledge and vision tests
Step 5: Pass the driving skills test
Step 6: DAC mailed to your address

What This License Allows

Once you have your Nevada driver's license or driving permit, you can:

Drive legally anywhere in Nevada
Get car insurance (insurers require a valid license)
Use it as a state-issued photo ID for non-federal purposes
Use it as proof of identity at banks and credit unions — this can help with opening an account

You cannot use this license to:

Board domestic flights (need a passport or REAL ID)
Enter federal buildings or military bases
Prove immigration status or work authorization

💡 Next step: build credit

A driver's license is accepted by many banks as a second form of ID alongside your ITIN — making it easier to open an account. See which banks accept ITIN →

Frequently Asked Questions

Can undocumented immigrants get a driver's license in Nevada? +

Nevada issues a Driver Authorization Card (DAC) under SB 273 (2013). It authorizes driving in Nevada but is not a full driver's license and may not be recognized in other states. No SSN is required.

What is a Driver Authorization Card (DAC) in Nevada? +

A DAC is a driving permit issued to Nevada residents who cannot prove legal U.S. presence. It is valid for driving in Nevada, allows you to get car insurance, but is not a standard driver's license and is not a REAL ID.

Other States That Allow This

19 states and Washington D.C. currently allow undocumented immigrants to get a driver's license or driving permit. Browse by state:

CA CO CT DE HI IL MD MA MN NV NJ NM NY OR RI UT VT VA WA DC

For the complete list with each state's law and requirements, see the full driver's license guide →