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Indiana BMV guide · Michigan City Ford · Michigan City, IN
Indiana State ID Card: Requirements and Fees
Need an Indiana ID instead of a driver's license? Here is what the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) says about who qualifies, what to bring, what it costs and how to renew or replace it.
$9ID card fee
Freefor eligible U.S. citizen voters 18+
6 yearsID card validity
2proofs of Indiana residency
The short answer
To get an Indiana state ID, bring original or certified proof of identity, lawful status and your Social Security number, plus two proofs of Indiana residency. The card costs $9, is free for eligible voters 18 and older, and is valid for six years.
Who can get an Indiana ID card
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) says identification cards may be issued to an Indiana resident of any age who does not have a driver's license. You cannot hold both an ID card and a driver's license at the same time, even if one is issued by another state. If you get an ID card, you must surrender all driving credentials.
From the BMV's Identification Cards page, read November 10, 2026.
Indiana state ID requirements
When you apply for a new driver's license, permit or identification card, the BMV says you must present original versions or certified copies of:
| Proof | How many |
|---|---|
| Identity | One document |
| Lawful status in the United States | One document |
| Social Security number | One document |
| Indiana residency | Two documents |
The BMV's Documents of Identification list shows which documents qualify in each category.
From the BMV's Identification Cards page, read November 10, 2026.
Cost, validity and renewal
| Item | What the BMV says |
|---|---|
| Fee | $9.00 for an initial, renewal, amended or replacement ID card |
| Free ID card | May be issued if you are at least 18, a U.S. citizen and eligible to vote |
| Valid for | Six years |
| Renewal window | Up to 24 months before the expiration date |
| Lawful temporary residents | Card expires at the end of lawful presence; renew only 30 days before the card's expiration |
From the BMV's Identification Cards page, read November 10, 2026. These are state fees, not dealer prices.
Replacing or picking up an ID card
- Lost card: you can get a replacement online, at a BMV Connect kiosk or at a branch. Customers with lawful temporary or permanent status must visit a branch.
- Pick-up by someone else: a person picking up your credential at a branch needs a notarized Limited Power of Attorney, Credential Pick Up (State Form 55328).
- Motor Driven Cycle endorsement: an MDC Class B endorsement can be added to an ID card if the holder is at least 15 and passes the MDC Class B knowledge test.
From the BMV's Identification Cards page, read November 10, 2026.
Photo exempt ID cards
The BMV offers a photo exempt identification card, at any branch, for applicants with a sincerely held religious belief against having their photograph taken. Key points from the BMV:
- It needs the regular ID card documents plus proof of U.S. citizenship or nationality and religious-belief and clergy statements (State Form 55920 can take the place of some of these), with IRS Form 4029 options for applicants without a Social Security number.
- A digital photo is still taken for facial recognition, but it does not display on the card.
- It is only for U.S. citizens and nationals, cannot be used for federal identification, voting or driving, and cannot be renewed, replaced or amended online.
- The fee is $9.00 and cannot be waived for an applicant of voting age; it is valid for 6 years.
From the BMV's Identification Cards page, read November 10, 2026.
Vehicle service at Michigan City Ford
The Works® at Michigan City Ford includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check. Whoever does the driving in your household, our technicians can keep the vehicle ready.
Schedule service online and see our service specials first. Michigan City Ford is at 3930 Franklin St. in Michigan City. Get directions.
Michigan City Ford service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
| Sat | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. |
| Sun | closed |
From Michigan City Ford's website, November 10, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Indiana state ID card FAQ
What do I need to get a state ID in Indiana?
Original or certified copies of one document proving identity, one proving lawful status, one proving your Social Security number, and two proving Indiana residency, according to the BMV.
How much is an Indiana state ID card?
The BMV lists $9.00 for an initial, renewal, amended or replacement ID card. A free ID card may be issued if you are at least 18, a U.S. citizen and eligible to vote.
Can I have an Indiana ID and a driver's license?
No. The BMV says you cannot hold both at the same time, even if one is from another state.
How long is an Indiana ID card good for?
Six years. You may renew up to 24 months before the expiration date, according to the BMV.
Can I replace a lost Indiana ID card online?
Yes, online, at a BMV Connect kiosk or at a branch. The BMV says customers with lawful temporary or permanent status must visit a branch.
Is there an age limit for an Indiana ID card?
No. The BMV says an ID card may be issued to an Indiana resident of any age who does not have a driver's license.
Handling other BMV paperwork?
See our Indiana title and registration guide, or schedule service at Michigan City Ford.
Sources
ID card eligibility, documents, fees, validity, replacement and photo exempt card details are from the Indiana BMV Identification Cards page, read November 10, 2026. Service details, address and hours are from Michigan City Ford's own website, checked the same day. Photo is illustrative.
- Identification Cards, Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), read November 10, 2026
- General service: The Works, Michigan City Ford, November 10, 2026
- Address and service hours (structured data), Michigan City Ford, November 10, 2026