IDNYC
In short
Free government-issued NYC ID card accepted by city agencies, libraries (as library card), banks/credit unions, free museum memberships. NYC residents age 10+.
- What you get
- Free government-issued NYC ID card accepted by city agencies, libraries (as library card), banks/credit unions, free museum memberships.
- Who qualifies
- NYC residents age 10+.
- Income limit (2026)
- none (free).
- Papers to gather
- Points-based proof of identity and NYC residency (foreign passport, consular ID, utility bill, etc.).
- Renewal
- Renew every 5 years (free).
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