The only proof of identification I have valid is my Federal employee ID badge and my veterans’ healthcare ID card, neither of which have my date of birth for drivers license.

Q) I am a Federal employee and my job requires that I have a drivers license. The only proof of identification I have valid is my Federal employee ID badge and my veterans healthcare ID card, neither of which have my date of birth. I do have military picture ID with date of birth but the card is expired. What can I do in this situation?

A) In the situation you described, where your only valid forms of identification do not include your date of birth, there are a few steps you can take to address the issue:

1. Contact your local Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or licensing agency: Explain your situation to them and inquire about the acceptable forms of identification they would require for obtaining a driver’s license. Different states or regions may have varying requirements, so it’s important to reach out to the specific authority responsible for driver’s licenses in your area.
2. Provide supplementary documents: If your Federal employee ID badge and veterans healthcare ID card are acceptable forms of identification but lack your date of birth, you may need to supplement them with additional documents that establish your date of birth. Commonly accepted documents for this purpose include a birth certificate, passport, Social Security card, or other official government-issued documents that contain your date of birth.
3. Explore options for expired military picture ID: Although your military picture ID is expired, it may still be considered a valid form of identification in certain circumstances. Contact the DMV or licensing agency and inquire if they would accept an expired military ID as proof of identification. They may have specific guidelines or exceptions for military personnel.
4. Request a replacement military picture ID: If the DMV or licensing agency does not accept your expired military ID, consider renewing or replacing it. Reach out to the appropriate military authority (such as the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System, or DEERS) to inquire about the process for obtaining a new military picture ID. They will guide you through the necessary steps, which may involve providing supporting documentation and visiting a military installation or ID card office.

Remember to contact your local DMV or licensing agency directly for precise instructions and guidance specific to your location, as their requirements can vary.