Nebraska DMV, State ID Card
Makes Nebraska state ID cards. Free for U.S. citizens.
Official page: dmv.nebraska.gov/dl/state-identification-card
Getting ID and Documents Back in Nebraska
How to get a no cost Nebraska state ID, replace a Nebraska birth certificate and a Social Security card, and what to bring.
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Hi friend. Losing your ID makes everything harder. The good news: in Nebraska, a state ID is free for U.S. citizens, and a new Social Security card costs nothing.
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How much does a Nebraska state ID cost?
If you're a U.S. citizen, a Nebraska state ID is free. People who are not citizens pay up to $29.00.
Official page: dmv.nebraska.gov/dl/state-identification-card
What do I bring to get a state ID?
Bring proof that you're a U.S. citizen or have lawful status, with your name and birth date. Bring two papers that show your Nebraska address, and know your Social Security number.
Official page: dmv.nebraska.gov/dl/state-identification-card
How much is a copy of my Nebraska birth certificate?
By mail it costs $17.00, paid by check or money order to Vital Records, with a copy of your photo ID. You can also order online with Visa or MasterCard.
Official page: dhhs.ne.gov/pages/vital-records.aspx
Can I get a free birth certificate to get an ID for voting?
Yes. If you don't have a current Nebraska driver license or state ID, you can ask for a no fee birth certificate to get a state ID for voting.
Official page: dhhs.ne.gov/pages/vital-records.aspx
Do I have to pay to replace my Social Security card?
No. Social Security says there is no charge for a replacement card. Don't pay anyone who says they can get one for you.
Official page: ssa.gov/faqs/en/questions/KA-02017.html
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Bunkly tip: no address? Ask a shelter or outreach program if you can use their address for mail. Matt Talbot in Lincoln offers a mailing address.
Who to call in Nebraska
Here are official places to start. Other places may also help. Each place decides who it can serve, and hours change, so call ahead when you can.
Nebraska DMV, Document Verification
Explains how to prove who you are, where you live, and your Social Security number.
Official page: dmv.nebraska.gov/dl/document-verification-requirements
Nebraska DHHS Vital Records
Copies of Nebraska birth certificates, online, by mail or in person at 301 Centennial Mall South, Lincoln.
Official page: dhhs.ne.gov/pages/vital-records.aspx
Social Security Administration
Replaces lost cards for free. You can often ask online with a my Social Security account.
Official page: ssa.gov/faqs/en/questions/KA-02017.html
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