Municipal Identification

The Municipal Identification (ID) program is available exclusively to Paterson residents and you will be required to meet a 6-Points Verification System.

This ID serves as proof of identification and residency, allowing access to various services and programs within the City of Paterson.

In order to obtain a Municipal ID card, you will need to:

  • Provide original documents and/or a physical copy
  • Documents must be current (within 60 days)
  • Proof of Identity is required
  • Proof of Residency is required
  • Application
  • Payment (money order or on-line credit card)
  • Minor must be accompanied by parent (birth certificate will be required)
  • ID hours are from 9:00am – 4:00pm

To find out what kind of documents you can present to meet the 6-Points Verification, click one of the following:   

WHAT YOU NEED FOR A MUNICIPAL ID     LO QUE NECESITA PARA UN ID MUNICIPAL 

Print application form:

MUNICIPAL ID APPLICATION     SOLICITUD ID MUNICIPAL

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 973-321-1242