For Californians
The California mDL is a free, secure, and convenient digital ID. Try it!
For Business and Government
Enable your business to verify age and identity for mDL carrying customers.
For Technology Developers
Integrate mDL reading capabilities into retail, finance, and other industries.
mDL Inside the CA DMV Wallet
Now you can add your physical driver’s license or state ID to your digital wallet on your device.
Digital
Add a digital version of your driver’s license/ID card to your wallet — all your cards in one spot and easily available when you need them.
Secure
The mDL provides accurate, secure proof of identity to the businesses you interact with and lowers the potential for fraud and identity theft.
Convenient
Verifying your identity is fast and simple! All you need to do is present your device, confirm your information, and you’re good to go.
More Digital Wallets to add your driver’s license or State ID
Apple Wallet
Apple Wallet on iPhone and Apple Watch is where you securely keep your credit and debit cards, transit cards, event tickets, keys, and more. Now you can add your driver’s license or state ID so you can present it easily and securely in person and in app.
Google Wallet
Google Wallet keeps everything protected in one place, no matter where you go. Access essentials like your payments cards, loyalty cards, concert tickets, and more – all from your Android phone.
Where to use your California mDL
| mDL in CA DMV Wallet | mDL in Apple Wallet | mDL in Google Wallet | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSA Pre-Check for Airport Security | x | x | x |
| In-Person Verification with the CA DMV mDL Reader | x | x | x |
| Point of Sale Devices Clover | Verifone | Toast | x | x | x |
| Turo for Car Rental | x | ||
| TruAge for Age Restricted Purchases at Retail | x | ||
| dmv.ca.gov Online Services | x |