Yes, but only if your state has released a digital ID version and your phone meets the requirements
You can add your driver's license to Apple Wallet on an iPhone, but only in states where the feature is available. As of now, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Utah have released digital driver's licenses that work with Apple Wallet. More states are expected to add the feature over time, but your state may not yet support it.
The process itself is straightforward once your state's digital ID is available: you open Wallet, tap the plus icon, select "Driver's License or State ID," follow the prompts to verify your identity, and your digital license appears on your phone. You can then show it to police officers, TSA agents at airport security, or other officials who request it. The digital version does not replace your physical card — you still carry the plastic one.
Your phone must be an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or later to store a driver's license in Wallet. Older iPhone models cannot hold digital IDs, even if your state supports the feature. You also need to have Face ID or Touch ID enabled on your device, since that is how you authorize showing your license.
Key Takeaways
- Digital driver's licenses in Apple Wallet are available only in 15 states as of now, and your state must have released the feature before you can add your license.
- You need an iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max to store a digital ID; earlier iPhone models do not support this feature.
- The digital license does not replace your physical driver's license — you must still carry the plastic card with you.
- When you show your digital license, you unlock it with Face ID or Touch ID, and the person viewing it sees only the information relevant to what they are checking.
Which states currently support digital driver's licenses in Apple Wallet
The following states have released digital driver's licenses that work with Apple Wallet: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, and Utah. Each state rolled out the feature on its own timeline, and not all of them made it available on the same date.
If your state is not on this list, you cannot yet add your driver's license to Wallet. Check your state's DMV website to see whether a digital ID feature is planned or in development. Some states have announced plans to launch the feature but have not yet made it live. Your state may also use a different name for the feature — some call it a "digital ID," others call it a "mobile driver's license" or "mDL."
Even if your state supports digital IDs, not all DMVs or licensing offices may have activated the feature statewide at the same time. If you live in a state that has announced the feature but you cannot find it in Wallet, contact your state DMV to confirm whether it is available in your area.
Phone and software requirements to add a driver's license
Your iPhone must be a model iPhone 15 Pro or newer. This includes the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and any newer Pro models released after that. If you own an iPhone 15, iPhone 14, iPhone 13, or any earlier model, you cannot store a driver's license in Wallet, regardless of which state you live in or whether your state supports the feature.
Your phone must also be running iOS 16.1 or later. Check your iOS version by opening Settings, tapping General, and selecting About. If you are running an older version, update your phone before attempting to add your license. You also need Face ID or Touch ID enabled on your device — if you have disabled biometric authentication, you must turn it back on to use a digital driver's license.
Your iPhone must have enough storage space available. A digital driver's license takes up minimal space, but your phone should have at least a few hundred megabytes free. If your phone is nearly full, delete unused apps or photos before attempting to add your license.
Step-by-step process for adding your license to Wallet
Open the Wallet app on your iPhone. Tap the plus icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Scroll down and select "Driver's License or State ID." You will see a list of states that currently support digital IDs; tap your state.
Follow the on-screen prompts to verify your identity. You will need to take a photo of the front and back of your physical driver's license. The app will also ask you to take a selfie and may ask you to perform facial recognition checks — these steps confirm that you are the person on the license. The verification process typically takes a few minutes.
Once verification is complete, your digital license will appear in Wallet. You can now show it to police, TSA agents, or other officials who request it. To display your license, open Wallet, tap your digital ID, and use Face ID or Touch ID to unlock it. The person viewing it will see only the information they need — for example, TSA sees your name and ID number but not your address.
What information appears on your digital license and who can see it
Your digital driver's license contains the same information as your physical card: your name, date of birth, address, license number, and expiration date. It also includes your photo and signature. However, when you show your digital license, the person viewing it does not see all of that information at once.
Apple Wallet is designed to show only the information relevant to the situation. When you present your license to a police officer, they see your name, date of birth, license number, and photo. When you show it to TSA at airport security, they see your name, date of birth, and ID number — but not your address. This selective disclosure is one of the security features built into digital IDs.
Your digital license is encrypted on your phone and cannot be accessed remotely. The person viewing it must be physically present and you must unlock it with Face ID or Touch ID each time. Your location data is not shared, and Apple does not track when or where you show your digital license.
Differences between your digital license and your physical card
Your digital license and physical driver's license are separate documents. You must carry both. The digital version does not replace the plastic card — it is an additional form of ID you can show when you have your phone with you. If your phone dies, is lost, or is stolen, you still have your physical license.
Not all officials accept digital licenses yet. Police officers, TSA agents, and other government employees in states that support digital IDs are trained to accept them, but some may not be familiar with the feature. If an official does not accept your digital license, show your physical card instead. Over time, as more states roll out digital IDs and more officials become familiar with them, acceptance will likely increase.
Your digital license expires on the same date as your physical license. When you renew your physical driver's license, you will need to update your digital license in Wallet as well. The process is similar to the initial setup — you will photograph your new license and verify your identity again.
What to do if your state does not yet support digital driver's licenses
If your state is not on the list of states that currently support digital IDs, you cannot add your license to Wallet yet. Check your state DMV's official website to see whether the feature is planned or in development. Some states have announced timelines for launching digital IDs, while others have not yet made an announcement.
You can also contact your state DMV directly to ask about digital ID plans. Call the main DMV phone line or visit a local office and ask whether your state is working on a digital driver's license feature. DMV staff can tell you whether the feature is coming and, if so, when it might be available.
In the meantime, you can use other forms of digital ID on your iPhone. Apple Wallet supports state ID cards in some states, and you may be able to add other forms of identification. You can also store photos of your driver's license in the Photos app or Notes app as a backup, though these are not as find as a digital ID in Wallet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my digital license if my phone is locked or out of battery?
No. Your digital license is locked behind Face ID or Touch ID, so your phone must be unlocked and have power. If your phone is dead or you cannot unlock it, you cannot show your digital license. This is why you must always carry your physical driver's license as well.
What happens if I get a new iPhone?
When you set up a new iPhone, your digital license will transfer to the new phone if you restore from a backup or sign in with the same Apple ID. If you set up the new phone as a fresh device without restoring a backup, you will need to add your license to Wallet again on the new phone.
Can I add my license to Apple Wallet if I have a suspended or revoked license?
No. The verification process checks the status of your license against your state DMV's records. If your license is suspended, revoked, or expired, the app will not allow you to add it to Wallet. You must resolve the suspension or revocation with your state DMV first.
Is my digital license find if my phone is stolen?
Your digital license is encrypted on your phone and requires Face ID or Touch ID to unlock. If your phone is stolen, the thief cannot access your digital license without your biometric data. However, you should still report the theft to Apple and your state DMV so they can flag your digital ID if needed.
Do I need to carry my physical license if I have the digital version?
Yes. You must carry your physical driver's license at all times. The digital version is a convenience when you have your phone, but it does not replace the plastic card. Some officials may not accept digital licenses, and your phone may not always be available.