Canyon County DMV Now Offers ID and Star Card Services for Residents
Idaho residents in Canyon County now have a more convenient option for obtaining identification cards, renewing their driver licenses and applying for the state’s Star Card (Idaho’s version of the federal Real ID). On June 3, 2026, the Idaho Transportation Department announced that the Canyon County DMV’s title and registration department is now offering ID card and driver license services in addition to processing vehicle titles and registrations. The expansion means customers can conduct a full range of licensing transactions at one location rather than traveling to multiple offices.
According to ITD, the Canyon County office is providing these services through a combination of walk‑in availability and scheduled appointments. Officials noted that Canyon County officials recognized a community need and worked with the state to provide a space for driver licensing staff. The move is part of a broader effort across Idaho to use flexible service models that allow counties to partner with the state DMV to deliver licensing services in a cost‑effective manner. Since 2020, 22 county DMV offices statewide have added licensing services by sharing space or personnel with existing title and registration departments. ITD DMV Administrator Lisa McClellan said the partnerships improve access for customers and support counties that might not be able to staff a full‑time licensing office on their own.
The newly available Star Card service at Canyon County is significant because the federal Real ID enforcement deadline is approaching. Travelers will need a Real ID‑compliant driver license or ID card, a passport or other accepted identification to board commercial flights or enter secure federal buildings once enforcement begins. The Star Card, which features a gold star in the upper corner, meets those requirements. ITD encourages residents to make an appointment early and bring required documents such as proof of identity, Social Security number and two proofs of Idaho residency. The agency also reminds customers that online services remain available for many transactions, including vehicle registration renewals and address changes, but first‑time applications and name changes must be completed in person.
Offering licensing services in Canyon County reflects Idaho’s ongoing commitment to customer convenience and operational efficiency. The DMV has been experimenting with mobile units and shared facilities to reach residents in rural or rapidly growing areas without building new standalone offices. Officials say the Canyon County model could be replicated elsewhere as counties and ITD evaluate customer needs. By enabling residents to apply for a driver license, ID card or Star Card alongside their vehicle registration transactions, the Canyon County DMV is providing a one‑stop shop and helping more people prepare for the upcoming federal identification requirements.