Okay, so I recently set out to get a Guam ID card, and let me tell you, it was quite the process. I figured I’d share my experience here in case any of you are planning to do the same. It wasn’t as straightforward as I thought it would be, but I managed to get it done, and now I’m here to spill the beans.
First things first, I did some digging online and found out that I needed to pre-register for the ID before I could even schedule an appointment with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). So, I went ahead and filled out the pre-registration form online. It asked for the usual stuff—name, date of birth, and so on.
After pre-registering, I moved on to scheduling an appointment. It said you could only do it online, which was fine by me. I chose a date and time that worked for my schedule and got a confirmation.
Now, here’s where it got a bit more involved. The website listed a bunch of documents you need to bring to your appointment. I gathered everything they asked for: my Social Security card, and proof of residency. Oh, and I also brought my passport just to be safe, since it’s a valid form of ID.
The day of the appointment arrived, and I headed to the DMV. I made sure to bring all the documents I had gathered, plus the completed application form. When I got there, I had to wait in line for a bit, which is pretty standard for these places.
Once it was my turn, I handed over my documents to the person at the counter. They checked everything thoroughly. They took my photo right there at the office, which was convenient. Then came the part where I had to pay the fee. For the ID card, it was $25, and I paid it on the spot.
After all that, they told me my ID would be ready in a few weeks. I was given a receipt and told I could track the status online, which was pretty cool.
True to their word, a few weeks later, I got a notification that my ID was ready for pickup. I went back to the DMV, waited in line again, and finally got my hands on my new Guam ID card. It felt good to finally have it after all that hassle.
Here’s a quick rundown of what I did:
- Pre-registered online for the ID.
- Scheduled an appointment online with the DMV.
- Gathered all required documents: Social Security card, proof of residency.
- Filled out the Guam ID Card Application form.
- Went to the DMV for my appointment.
- Had my photo taken and paid the $25 fee.
- Waited a few weeks and picked up my ID.
It wasn’t the easiest process, but I got through it. If you’re planning to get a Guam ID, make sure you have all your documents in order and be prepared for a bit of waiting. Hopefully, my experience can help some of you out there. Good luck!