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If you're visiting the SCDMV to do a vehicle transaction, consider bringing all required documents to get a REAL ID in the future. You can find a complete list of accepted documents on the United States Citizens' Checklist (SCDMV Form MV-93) and the International Customers' Checklist (SCDMV Form MV-94).

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