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Visual Description: Vincent, a bald Asian man with black glasses and a grey/white beard. He is wearing a grey shirt with the DCARA logo on the left chest.
[Video starts with blue intro opening featuring headline “How To Apply for a California REAL ID” alongside a graphic of a hand holding a REAL ID]
Hello community!
I want to take an opportunity to discuss REAL ID from a previous vlog. Remember this?
[Video displays a previous REAL ID vlog]
I will guide you through how to apply for a REAL ID on DMV online.
[Slide shows blue screen with white link: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/driver-licenses-identification-cards/dl-id-online-app-edl-44/ with text highlighted in yellow “Link in description”]
[Video displays a screen recording of the DMV’s REAL ID application webpage, with the page being scrolled down and a cursor clicking on the “Start Application” button.]
[A cursor clicking English from Language options and clicking “Next” button]
[A video features a blue banner at the top with yellow and white text that reads “Step 1: Login or Create an Account”. Below it, the screen is split into two. On the left, DCARA staff is signing. On the right, a screen recording shows a website where a user clicks to log in or create an account.]
First, you need to login in or create an account to fill out your information.
[A video features a blue banner at the top with yellow and white text that reads “Step 2: Pick One Option”. Below it, the screen is split into two. On the left, DCARA staff is signing. On the right, a screen recording shows a website where a user clicks to choose one of the options.]
When you are ready to fill out your information on application online, please make sure to choose one of the four options.
[A video features a blue banner at the top with yellow and white text that reads “Step 3: Choose Type of REAL ID”. Below it, the screen is split into two. On the left, DCARA staff is signing. On the right, a screen recording shows a website where a user clicks a card.]
If you have vehicle, choose driver’s license. If you don’t have a vehicle, choose ID card.
[A video features a blue banner at the top with yellow and white text that reads “Step 4: Enter You DL or ID Number”. Below it, the screen is split into two. On the left, DCARA staff is signing. On the right, a screen recording shows a website where a user types down the driver’s license or ID card number.]
Fill out information of your driver’s license or ID card.
[A video features a blue banner at the top with yellow and white text that reads “Step 5: Fill Out Your Information”. Below it, the screen is split into two. On the left, DCARA staff is signing. On the right, a screen recording shows a website where a user scrolls through and views the information fields.]
After that, fill out your personal information and SSN.
[A video features a blue banner at the top with yellow and white text that reads “Step 6: Upload Identity Document”. Below it, the screen is split into two. On the left, DCARA staff is signing. On the right, a screen recording shows a website where a user scrolls through and views the REAL ID checklists.]
Second, review the REAL ID Checklist and mark which document you will use as your proof of identity.
I will show you a short video clip on a few required documents that you will need to upload. Identity Document. Two Residency Documents. For example, you can use an electric bill, bank statement, or others. (pointing over his shoulder)
[A short clip shows a split screen. On the left, a video demo shows a person typing on a laptop. On the right, large text appears listing required documents:
- Upload Identity Documents: Valid Passport, Certified Birth Certificate
- Upload 2 Residency Documents: Cell Phone Bills, Utility Bills, Mortgage Statements, Bank Statements.
- Upload Files to DMV: Computer, Mobile Device.
- Provide: Social Security Number]
After you make an appointment. What to expect at your appointment? I will share five expectations.
- Bring a copy of the document you uploaded to the portal with you. Both copies must match.
- DMV will review and verify your documents.
- You will have a new photo taken.
- You will need to pay fees.
- When everything is approved, REAL ID will be mailed to your home in about two weeks.
I hope this information is helpful for you. Got questions? Please feel free to contact us. (510) 343-6670 or info@dcara.org. Thank you for watching and see you next time!
[Slide shows blue screen with white text: “NOTE: The application process could be different from what is demonstrated in this video.”]
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Contact information:
(510) 343-6670 (VP/Voice)
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