DMV Express Center in Milford, Connecticut

Can I get a REAL ID online in Connecticut?

Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles

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Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles offers an official online service for a REAL ID in Connecticut: https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/get-real-id. Eligibility is decided by the agency; some people must still visit an office.

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Connecticut official REAL ID guidance · Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles · reviewed 2026-09-29

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