{"id":248696,"date":"2024-08-13T15:13:03","date_gmt":"2024-08-13T22:13:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/?page_id=248696"},"modified":"2026-07-31T16:41:59","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T23:41:59","slug":"california-mdl","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/california-mdl\/","title":{"rendered":"California mDL"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Add your driver’s license or state ID to your digital wallet of choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CA DMV Wallet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The CA DMV Wallet is a free, optional app that lets Californians carry a mobile driver\u2019s license (mDL) on their smartphones. Use your mDL at 800+ locations across California and online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apple Wallet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019s license or state ID so you can present it easily and securely in person and in app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Introducing Mobile Driver’s License in Samsung Wallet. You can now add your driver’s license or state ID to Samsung Wallet and use it at participating TSA checkpoints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Add a digital version of your driver\u2019s license\/ID card to your wallet \u2014 all your cards in one spot and easily available when you need them.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The mDL provides accurate, secure proof of identity to the businesses you interact with and lowers the potential for fraud and identity theft.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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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.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Where to use your California mDL<\/h2>\n\n\n
<\/th>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/th>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/th>mDL in Google Wallet<\/th>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
TSA Pre-Check for Airport Security<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
In-Person Verification with the CA DMV mDL Reader<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Point of Sale Devices
Clover | Verifone | Toast<\/em><\/strong><\/td>		mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
California Community College \u2013 Apply for Enrollment, Financial Aid<\/strong>, & Account Recovery<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
TruAge for Age Restricted Purchases at Retail<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
dmv.ca.gov Online Services<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
CA Emergency Medical Services Authority Online Services<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
Turo for Car Rental<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
UBER Rider Verification<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
Intuit TurboTax\u00ae\u00a0password recovery<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
Docusign<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
Epic MyChart<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr>
United Airlines<\/strong><\/td>mDL in CA DMV Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Apple Wallet<\/span>Yes<\/td>mDL in Google Wallet<\/span>No<\/td>mDL in Samsung Wallet<\/span>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/body>\n\n\n
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