Quick Answer
Yes — Utah allows undocumented immigrants and ITIN holders to get a Driving Privilege Card under HB 60 (2005). No Social Security Number or proof of legal status required. Valid for driving throughout Utah but not accepted as federal ID (cannot be used for domestic flights or federal buildings).
Can You Get a Driver's License in Utah Without an SSN?
Yes. Utah allows residents to obtain a driver's license (or driving permit) regardless of immigration status under HB 60 (2005) — Utah Driving Privilege Card. You do not need a Social Security Number or proof of legal U.S. presence to apply.
Utah issues a "Driving Privilege Card" (DPC), not a standard driver's license. It is valid for driving in Utah only — it is not recognized as a driver's license in other states. The DPC has been available since 2005 and is the most limited of any license-alternative on this list. It cannot be used as ID for anything other than driving in Utah.
License type
Driving Privilege Card — not a 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 Utah DMV appointment:
- 1Proof of identity — valid foreign passport, foreign national ID card, or consular ID
- 2Proof of Utah 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 Utah DMV office
- Step 3: Complete the DPC application
- Step 4: Pass knowledge and vision tests
- Step 5: Pass the driving skills test
- Step 6: Card mailed to your address
What This License Allows
Once you have your Utah driver's license or driving permit, you can:
- Drive legally anywhere in Utah
- 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 Utah?
Utah issues a Driving Privilege Card (DPC) under HB 60 (2005). Note: this is the most limited option on this list — the DPC is valid for driving in Utah only, is not recognized as a driver's license in other states, and cannot be used as ID. No SSN is required.
Can I use a Utah Driving Privilege Card in other states?
No. The Utah DPC is not recognized as a driver's license by other states. If you drive outside Utah, you may not be considered a licensed driver in that state. It is only valid for operating a vehicle within Utah.
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:
For the complete list with each state's law and requirements, see the full driver's license guide →