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Newark Municipal ID Program

The Newark Municipal ID Card Program is a newly photo Identification card for all Newark residents. 

NMID is a pathway for all residents to gain access to various services, programs and discount programs offered by the City Agencies as well as by local businesses.

Contact Information 

Main Office Number: 973-878-1553

East Ward Office: 973-321-3725

Rachel Louis
Program Administrator
394 UNIVERSITY AVE
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY, 07102
Office: 973-878-1553

BENEFITS 

Your NMID card is a broadly accepted, Official form of identification within the City of Newark: 

  • By City agencies to access many services and programs 
  • Serve as proof of identity and residency 
  • Serve as a form of identification to open a checking account at participating banks 
  • Provide discounts on Newark restaurants, Newark Library, free memberships at the Newark Museums, entry into public buildings, like schools and more 
  • Allow residents to access services at hospitals, banks, municipal agencies, etc. 
  • Serve as a guide to assist individuals facing barriers to needed services in Newark regardless of their immigration status

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FEES 

  • New Applicant: $20 
  • New Applicant-Senior/Child: $10 
  • Renewal: $15 
  • Card information change: $10 
  • Card lost, stolen, damaged: $15

What does the Card Look Like?

Example Municipal ID

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