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Bringing you important updates about the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division.

https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/
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Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 27, in observance of Thanksgiving, and on Friday, November 28, in observance of Presidents’ Day.
A graphic notifying that offices for the New Mexico Department of Taxation and Revenue and the Motor Vehicle Division will be closed November 27-28 in observance of Thanksgiving and Presidents’ Day.
November 26, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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A graphic displaying the requirements to get a first-time New Mexico driver's license, which includes bringing the following to any MVD field office: One (1) proof of identification number, and One (1) proof of identity, and Two (2) proofs of New Mexico residency. Fees include $18 for a four-year license and $34 for an eight-year license.
November 21, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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Appointments are required at state offices. Make an appointment here: eservices.mvd.newmexico.gov/eTapestry/_/. Still have questions? Find a tutorial on how to schedule an online MVD appointment here: youtu.be/b9ktcseVVsE
Decorative image Text: Reminder Appointments are required at MVD offices.
November 19, 2025 at 10:54 PM
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Have questions about how Mobile IDs work? About how our Credence Reader Loaner Program works? MVD has got you covered ⬇️
MVD Mobile ID Accepted YES! New Mexico Mobile ID is VALID FAQ How do I rent a Mobile ID reader? How much does it cost? MVD has several Credence Mobile ID readers available for trial usage, at no cost to you! The business borrowing the verification terminal must sign a memorandum of understanding, agreeing to return the terminal to MVD within a certain period. How do I change the minimum acceptable age on the verifier app or reader? Generally, the apps offer an option in settings or configuration (depending on which app you use) to change the acceptable minimum age. The physical readers can also be configured via the online Verify with Credence management portal. Is privacy at risk with Mobile IDs? No. Mobile IDs actually offer more privacy than physical IDs. The ID holder doesn't have to share unnecessary information included on IDs, like address or weight, to verifier apps or scanners. Are Mobile IDs secure? Yes. Verifier apps or devices built using ISO/EIC 18013-5 standards use....
November 14, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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NEW: New Mexico MVD expands Mobile ID program State launches free verification terminal loaner program for businesses

Full release at www.tax.newmexico.gov/news-alerts/
Taxation & Revenue New Mexico logo November 13, 2025 Press Release New Mexico MVD expands Mobile ID program State launches free verification terminal loaner program for businesses The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division today announced the launch of its Mobile ID Reader Loaner Program, an effort to boost Mobile ID acceptance among New Mexico businesses. The program allows businesses to enter into an agreement with MVD to temporarily loan out Tap2iD readers – age verification terminals – for free. The New Mexico Wine Association and Happy Accidents, a bar in Albuquerque, are among the first local entities to utilize the Tap2iD readers. “New Mexico Wine is thrilled to be the first participating business in the MVD's Mobile ID Reader Loaner Program,” said New Mexico Wine Executive Director Christopher Goblet. More information at https://www.tax.newmexico.gov/news-alerts/
November 14, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division today announced the launch of its Mobile ID Reader Loaner Program, an effort to boost Mobile ID acceptance among New Mexico businesses.
November 14, 2025 at 12:33 AM
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Calling New Mexico businesses 📢 Join the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Department and @nmrld.bsky.social for a business resource webinar next week on accepting Mobile IDs.

Register here: lnkd.in/gBR32WpC
Business Webinar Mobile ID Thursday, Nov. 13, 3 p.m. The New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division and Regulation & Licensing Department invite you to a webinar on how businesses can accept Mobile IDs. Plus, hear an exciting development specifically for businesses as part of the program.
November 5, 2025 at 9:18 PM