Yes, but only if your state and phone support it

You can add your driver's license to Apple Wallet on an iPhone or Apple Watch, but only if you live in a state that has made its licenses compatible with Apple's system. As of now, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Utah, and Wyoming allow digital licenses in Apple Wallet. More states are expected to add support over time, but the list changes — your state may not be on it yet.

The digital license you add to Apple Wallet is not a replacement for your physical card. It is a second copy that lives on your phone. You still need to carry your physical license, and some situations (like crossing state lines or dealing with federal ID checks) may require the physical card instead of the digital version.

Key Takeaways

  • Only about 20 states currently support digital driver's licenses in Apple Wallet, and your state may not be one of them yet.
  • Adding your license to Apple Wallet requires an iPhone 15 Pro or later, or an Apple Watch Series 9 or later — older devices cannot store digital IDs.
  • The digital license is a convenience copy, not a legal replacement for your physical card, which you must still carry.
  • You set up a digital license through your state's DMV app or website, then add it to Apple Wallet from there.
  • When you show your digital license, you control what information the other person sees — you can hide your address or date of birth if you choose.

Which states allow digital licenses in Apple Wallet right now

The states that currently support digital driver's licenses through Apple Wallet are Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Utah, and Wyoming. Each state rolled out this feature at different times, and each one manages its own digital license system through its DMV.

If your state is not on this list, you cannot add your license to Apple Wallet yet, even if you have a compatible phone. Your state's DMV may be working on it, but there is no set timeline for when all states will offer this feature. You can check your state's DMV website to see if digital licenses are planned or already available.

What phone or watch you need to use a digital license

To store a digital driver's license in Apple Wallet, you need an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or later. Older iPhone models, including the regular iPhone 15, cannot hold digital IDs. If you want to add your license to an Apple Watch, you need a Series 9 or later.

This hardware requirement exists because Apple built extra security features into these newer devices to protect your ID information. If you have an older iPhone or watch, you cannot use the digital license feature, even if your state supports it. You would need to upgrade your device to use this feature.

How to add your driver's license to Apple Wallet

The process starts with your state's DMV, not with Apple. First, go to your state's DMV website or read your state's official DMV app. Look for a section about digital IDs or digital driver's licenses. You will need to verify your identity — usually by answering security questions or uploading a photo of your physical license.

Once your state's system approves you, you will be given the option to add your license to Apple Wallet. Tap that option, and your phone will open Apple Wallet and walk you through adding the license. You will take a photo of your face (similar to a selfie) and confirm your information. After that, your digital license lives in Apple Wallet alongside your credit cards and transit passes.

The whole process usually takes a few minutes, but your state's DMV may take a day or two to verify your identity before you can complete the final step. Do not delete the DMV app after you add your license to Wallet — you may need it later to update your information or renew your digital license.

What information you control when you show your digital license

When you show your digital license to someone — a police officer, a bartender, or an airport worker — you control what they see. You can choose to hide your address, date of birth, or other fields before you hand over your phone. The other person cannot scroll through your information or see anything you have not approved them to see.

This is different from a physical license, where the other person can read everything on the card. With a digital license, you might show only your name, photo, and license number to a bartender, but show your full information to a police officer. You make that choice each time you present it.

When you still need your physical license

Your digital license is convenient for everyday situations — buying alcohol, entering a bar, or proving your identity at a store. But some situations still require your physical card. If you cross state lines, your digital license may not be recognized in states that do not support Apple Wallet IDs. If you are pulled over by a police officer in a state that does not accept digital licenses, they may not recognize it as valid.

Federal ID checks — at airports, federal buildings, or border crossings — typically require a physical Real ID or passport. Your digital license cannot replace those documents. Always carry your physical license in your wallet, even if you have a digital copy on your phone.

What happens if you lose your phone or it breaks

If your phone is lost, stolen, or broken, your digital license goes with it. You can remove it from Apple Wallet remotely through your state's DMV app or website, which prevents someone else from using it. Once you get a new phone, you can add the digital license again through the same process you used the first time.

This is why your physical license remains important — it is always available even if your phone is not. If your phone dies or you forget it, you still have your physical card to prove your identity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use my digital license if I cross into a state that does not support it?

No. If you travel to a state that does not allow digital licenses in Apple Wallet, you must use your physical license. Police officers and other officials in those states may not recognize or accept a digital ID, so always carry your physical card when traveling.

What if my state supports digital licenses but my phone is too old?

You cannot add a digital license to phones older than iPhone 15 Pro. You would need to upgrade to a compatible device. Until then, you can only use your physical license.

Can someone else see my digital license if they have my phone?

No. Your digital license is protected by your phone's Face ID or passcode, just like your credit cards in Apple Wallet. Someone would need to unlock your phone to access it, and even then, you control what information displays when the license is shown.

Do I need to renew my digital license separately from my physical one?

It depends on your state. Some states renew both at the same time, while others require you to renew the digital license separately through their DMV app or website. Check your state's DMV website for renewal instructions specific to digital licenses.

What if my state adds digital license support after I got my current license?

You can add your existing license to Apple Wallet as long as it is still valid. You do not need to renew your physical license first. Just go to your state's DMV website or app and follow the process to add your current license to Wallet.