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Service update (12/21/24):

Please be advised, our Norwalk branch is currently closed as there is a water main break in the area. Customers have been notified and are being re-routed.

  • All appointment types EXCEPT those for Knowledge Tests: appointments will be honored in Bridgeport or Danbury
  • Knowledge Tests: appointments will be honored in Norwalk

We apologize for the inconvenience, as delays are expected.

 

Add veteran's status on driver's license / non-driver ID card

Learn how to add veteran’s status on your driver’s license or non-driver ID card

Add veteran's status on driver's license / non-driver ID card

Learn how to add veteran’s status on your driver’s license or non-driver ID card
New process
You will not receive a permanent driver license or ID card while at a DMV office, AAA location or participating Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union office.   It will arrive through the mail.  You may retain your expiring license or ID provided there are no changes other than address.  For more on this, please see Central Issuance.

What to do

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  • Apply for status
  • Renewing a license or ID
  • Applying for a license or ID
  • Questions

Apply for status

Apply to the Department of Veterans' Affairs to verify status.

 

Once you have applied to state Department of Veterans' Affairs, please wait at least 30 days prior to visiting a DMV service office.

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Renewing a license or ID

Follow additional instructions to renew your driver's license or renew your non-driver ID card.

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Applying for a license or ID

Follow additional instructions to obtain a driver's license or obtain a non-driver ID card.

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Questions

For any questions regarding your application, please call the Department of Veterans' Affairs at 860-616-3685.

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  • What to bring

What to bring

  • Your current driver's license or ID card (if applicable).
  • Any additional documentation for renewing or applying for a driver's license or non-driver ID card. see checklist.
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  • Fees

Fees

  • For customers renewing a license or non-driver ID card: no additional cost
  • For customers who have a current license or non-driver ID card and are adding the flag symbol prior to receiving the renewal notice: $30 fee
  • Renewal fees and first-time issued license/ID fees will apply. See acceptable forms of payment.
  • AAA locations and Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union and offices may charge a convenience fee up to $8.00 per DMV transaction.
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