Overview
- Under the Green Light law, New York residents age 16 and older can obtain a standard, non‑federal driver’s license regardless of immigration status.
- The DMV’s 2025 fee schedule varies by age for first‑time Class D or DJ licenses and permits, with totals ranging roughly from about $64 to just over $100.
- Additional 2025 costs include $17.50 to replace a license or permit, $12.50 to change information, and a $30 surcharge for an Enhanced Driver’s License.
- Standard licenses are labeled “Not for federal purposes” and cannot be used to board domestic flights or enter federal buildings.
- New York issues three document types: standard licenses and IDs, Real ID for those who prove lawful presence, and enhanced credentials available only to U.S. citizens.