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UPDATE: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

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QueenElizabeth
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UPDATE: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Update below in bold!

I can't find the information on the website. Chat Icon All I see is a range. I have all of my paperwork. Just going from a regular license to enhanced. It depends on my age and where I live? huh

ETA: This is what I am seeing on the website:

The fee range is $6.50-$13.00 for a Non-Driver ID and $64.50-$180.50 for a license. A fee of $30 will be due for an Enhanced license in addition to the range above Fees depend on your age when you apply and where you live. Exact fees cannot be calculated until you apply. Visit driver license and learner permit fees for more information. Payment can be made by cash, credit, debit card, check or money order made out to Commissioner of Motor Vehicles. Please note: Your documents must Be original or certified. We cannot accept photocopies, damaged or illegible documents. Have the same first and last name (If your name changed, bring an original or certified copy of your marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court issued name change. Documents must be issued in the U.S.) At least one document must have your full middle name (if applicable). Be printed off if your proof of residency was sent to you electronically. Any photo document that you are not clearly recognizable Bring your glasses or contact lenses (if needed) to pass your vision test for license renewal or original permit. Your proofs of residence must show your current address (cannot be a P.O. Box). DMV cannot accept two proofs from the same financial institution (bank statement, credit card statement, ATM card, credit card or cancelled check). Chat Icon Chat Icon I made an appintment and was in and out in 30 minutes! Woo hoo! Only waited 5 minutes for my number to be called. New license cost $110.50.

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Posted 8/6/19 9:42 PM
 
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LSP2005
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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Wow, that is insane. So people pay more more less depending upon age and address? I guess I would bring a check and expect to pay the maximum but hope to be surprised and lucky to pay less. I guess they charge depending upon zip code and age. So if you are older you theoretically could afford more. If you live in a wealthy town, you pay more. I am surprised this is how they are doing things.

Posted 8/6/19 10:29 PM
 

MyBabyG
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How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

One of my friends just renewed her license last month and got the enhanced. She paid 135.00. (She’s 54 and lives in the town of north Babylon. II didn’t realize there was a range until I seen this post!). Mine is up for renewal in March. Wonder how much mine will be! Ugh!

Posted 8/7/19 5:37 AM
 

loveus
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How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

It’s been over a year but I think I paid about $135. My husband paid the higher range of $160 bc he has a commercial license.

My guess is the range is more what type of license (regular, commercial) you have more than age.

Posted 8/7/19 8:19 AM
 

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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

DH and I both have passports, so we opted not to get the enhanced license.
Waste of money.

Posted 8/7/19 8:21 AM
 

lmcmcl
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How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

I bet the fee for where you live is higher for NYC metro area including LI and lower for Upstate.

Posted 8/7/19 8:28 AM
 

Bonsai
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How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Paid 130 i think.

Posted 8/7/19 8:29 AM
 

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How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

When do we need the enhanced license to fly domestically? Does anyone know if kids need anything?

Posted 8/7/19 8:46 AM
 

LSP2005
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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

You need the new ID in October.

Posted 8/7/19 9:03 AM
 

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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Posted by nraboni

When do we need the enhanced license to fly domestically? Does anyone know if kids need anything?



Oct 2020.
Kids under 18 do not need any ID to fly


After October 1, 2020, only the Enhanced or REAL ID will be accepted to get on a domestic flight, enter certain federal buildings or military bases (unless you have a Passport). If you plan to travel, we recommend you upgrade before 2020.

Message edited 8/7/2019 9:06:24 AM.

Posted 8/7/19 9:05 AM
 

NervousNell
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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

What kind of discriminatory horseshit is that?
What are they basing the rates on?
How is that legal?

Posted 8/7/19 9:06 AM
 

beachbabe
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How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

I paid an additional $30 for the enhanced.

Posted 8/7/19 9:08 AM
 

Diane
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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Posted by SusiBee

DH and I both have passports, so we opted not to get the enhanced license.
Waste of money.




same here

Posted 8/7/19 9:23 AM
 

ali120206
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How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

I just went with the Real ID. It's the same price as the regular license and can be used to fly. I don't really frequent the places the Enhanced allows you to go to without a passport so it wasn't worth it for me (and I have a passport anyway if I did choose to go to Canada or wherever else accepts the Enhanced).

For a Class D license in the NY Metro area it's $80.50 (for the Real or regular old one) plus $30 for the enhanced.

Link to Fees

In the NYC metro you have to pay the MCTD fee.

Message edited 8/7/2019 9:41:33 AM.

Posted 8/7/19 9:36 AM
 

NervousNell
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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Posted by ali120206

I just went with the Real ID. It's the same price as the regular license and can be used to fly. I don't really frequent the places the Enhanced allows you to go to without a passport so it wasn't worth it for me (and I have a passport anyway if I did choose to go to Canada or wherever else accepts the Enhanced).



Oh I didn't know this was an option.
I don't think I need enhanced then. I only need it to fly
Interesting, good to know. Thanks

Posted 8/7/19 9:41 AM
 

ali120206
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Re: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Posted by NervousNell

Posted by ali120206

I just went with the Real ID. It's the same price as the regular license and can be used to fly. I don't really frequent the places the Enhanced allows you to go to without a passport so it wasn't worth it for me (and I have a passport anyway if I did choose to go to Canada or wherever else accepts the Enhanced).



Oh I didn't know this was an option.
I don't think I need enhanced then. I only need it to fly
Interesting, good to know. Thanks



Yes - it's the same price to renew or opt for the Real Id. The only thing is for the Real Id you need to go in person to apply the first time.

Posted 8/7/19 9:42 AM
 

MrsT809
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UPDATE: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Dh went today and also paid 110. However, he couldn't make an appointment yesterday bc the were zero available. He waited 3 hours. When I checked today the only appointment available was 2 weeks away which would have left him with an expired license for a few days (and he wasn't available that day anyway). Definitely recommend trying to make a reservation well in advance of when you plan to go.

Posted 8/7/19 4:24 PM
 

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Re: UPDATE: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Posted by ali120206

Posted by NervousNell

Posted by ali120206

I just went with the Real ID. It's the same price as the regular license and can be used to fly. I don't really frequent the places the Enhanced allows you to go to without a passport so it wasn't worth it for me (and I have a passport anyway if I did choose to go to Canada or wherever else accepts the Enhanced).



Oh I didn't know this was an option.
I don't think I need enhanced then. I only need it to fly
Interesting, good to know. Thanks



Yes - it's the same price to renew or opt for the Real Id. The only thing is for the Real Id you need to go in person to apply the first time.



i think the real ID is about 12.00 more or so. i only know this because of all the damn drama and bulllshitt they made me go through and i had to leave with only a standard ID which will not allow me to fly or go into federal buildings starting 10/20

ETA: at least thats what i was told!

Message edited 8/7/2019 9:28:51 PM.

Posted 8/7/19 9:26 PM
 

Tulip9
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Re: UPDATE: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

i just went yesterday for the enhanced license- I paid $110.50

Suffolk - I walked into DMV no appointment I was done in about 80 minutes... not as bad as I expected....

Message edited 8/8/2019 8:36:38 AM.

Posted 8/8/19 8:34 AM
 

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Re: UPDATE: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Posted by NervousNell

What kind of discriminatory horseshit is that?
What are they basing the rates on?
How is that legal?



i agree! totally discriminatory! i hate this state. can't wait till all they see are my taillights OUT

Posted 8/8/19 2:24 PM
 

NervousNell
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Re: UPDATE: How much should I expect to pay for the enhanced NYS drivers license?

Posted by Mushesgirl

Posted by NervousNell

What kind of discriminatory horseshit is that?
What are they basing the rates on?
How is that legal?



i agree! totally discriminatory! i hate this state. can't wait till all they see are my taillights OUT



I just want to know what they base it on.
Like what determines who pays more and who pays less for a fuking STATE ISSUED DOCUMENT that is now required to fly.
I can't deal.

Posted 8/8/19 2:36 PM
 
 

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