Document and Identity Verification Flashcards
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Which of the following documents can serve as proof of Social Security Number (SSN) at the MVD?
Answer: A W-2 tax form showing the full SSN
A W-2 form displaying the full Social Security Number is one of the accepted SSN verification documents at most MVDs.
A non-citizen applicant wants to obtain a standard (non-REAL ID) driver's license. Which document typically proves lawful presence?
Answer: A valid visa or Permanent Resident Card
A valid visa, Employment Authorization Document, or Permanent Resident Card establishes lawful presence for non-citizen license applicants.
How many residency documents are typically required when applying for a REAL ID in most states?
Answer: Two documents
Most states require two separate documents proving the applicant's current address, such as utility bills or bank statements.
Which action could result in a driver's license being denied due to identity concerns?
Answer: Presenting documents where the name does not match across records
Mismatched names across identity documents raise fraud concerns and typically result in a denial until discrepancies are resolved.
What type of document is a Permanent Resident Card (Green Card) used to prove at the MVD?
Answer: Lawful immigration status and identity
A Permanent Resident Card (I-551) establishes both identity and lawful immigration status for non-citizen applicants.
If an applicant's name has changed due to a court order (not marriage or divorce), what is the required documentation?
Answer: A certified copy of the court order
A certified copy of the court-ordered name change decree is required to update your name on a driver's license.
Which of the following is NOT typically accepted as proof of state residency at the MVD?
Answer: A postmarked piece of personal mail
Personal mail (such as a letter from a friend) is generally not accepted as proof of residency; only official or financial documents are acceptable.