Applying for a State ID or Driver's License
Whether you are looking for an additional form of identification or hoping to drive a car while at Amherst, read on for more information about state IDs and driver's licenses in Massachusetts.
As of July 2023, eligible residents in Massachusetts can obtain a standard driver's license, regardless of immigration status, under the Work and Family Mobility Act. To obtain an MA state ID, applicants are required to provide proof of immigration status.