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Due to new federal regulations issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), effective Monday, September 29, 2025, the Colorado DMV has paused the issuance and renewals of term-limited (non-domiciled) Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) and Commercial Learner’s Permits (CLPs) until further notice.

The Colorado legislature passed the Colorado Road and Community Safety Act in 2013, which allows all Coloradans to obtain a standard driver license or I.D. card, regardless of immigration status, as long as they meet all requirements and provide proof of identity and Colorado residency. These credentials are not REAL ID compliant and are issued to a variety of Coloradans, including undocumented immigrants, international students, temporary workers, and pending asylees.

These credentials are a valid form of Colorado identification. 

Standard driver licenses and I.D. cards cannot be used for federal purposes, voting, or public benefits.

Appointments are required at a state driver license office. To schedule an appointment, visit the online appointment scheduling page, or call 303-205-2335 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or contact one of our CO-RCSA partners. These nonprofit groups won't charge you for an appointment, but if you are charged, please contact the Colorado Office of the Attorney General.

When coming in for an appointment, please bring the needed documents listed in the form linked below:

You may apply at any state driver license office but you will need to make an appointment. To schedule an appointment, visit the online appointment scheduling page or call 303-205-2335 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or contact one of our CO-RCSA partners. These nonprofit groups won't charge you for an appointment, but if you are charged, please contact the Colorado Office of the Attorney General.

  • Undocumented residents may renew online. 
    • Please note that when you renew your driver license or identification card online, your printed receipt and the old/expired credential will serve as your temporary credential. You will not be issued the same temporary credential that is issued to those who visit a driver license office in person.
  • If you are a temporarily legal resident, you must visit a driver license office to renew your license or ID card. Renewal only appointments can be made online or by calling 303-205-2335.

Students of third-party driving schools may be asked to pre-register for their visit to a driver license office via our online services website, mydmv.colorado.gov. 

Information on minor drivers and Colorado's Parent's Supervised Driving Program.

State of Colorado Information for Standard Credential Customers Under 18 Years of Age (Form DR 2416)

Affidavit of Liability and Guardianship (DR 2460)

Drive Time Log Sheet (DR 2324)

Documents must be in English or translated into English. You are responsible for paying for any translation costs.The original document and the translated document must be presented together at the office. To be accepted, the translated document must have the below affirmation typed or electronically printed on the same page as the translation, not on separate pieces of paper.

“I, [insert translator’s full name], affirm that the foregoing is a complete and accurate translation from [insert foreign language] to the English language to the best of my ability. I further affirm that I am fully competent to translate from [insert foreign language] to the English language and that I am proficient in both languages.”  

The translated document must also include the number and state of issuance of the translator’s unexpired driver’s license, instruction permit, or identification card. All translated documents and information will be included in the applicant’s permanent motor vehicle record. Applicants are responsible for all costs of translation.