Visit a New York DMV office or apply online if eligible
Gather proof of identity, date of birth, Social Security number, and New York residency
Complete the application for a non-driver ID card
Bring your documents to the DMV
Pay the required fee
Have your photo taken
Receive a temporary ID, then wait for the card to arrive by mail
If you are under 18, bring a parent or guardian if required
If you are not a U.S. citizen, bring immigration documents if applicable