Highland Park Municipal ID Card

The Highland Park Municipal ID program is part of the Borough’s inclusive community efforts, and to ensure that every resident feels safe and welcome when interacting with any aspect of our municipal government, as well as when participating in Borough programs and utilizing services. All municipal agencies, including the library, accept the Highland Park Municipal ID card as primary proof of residency and identity. ID cards are valid for two years from the time of issuance.

Residents of Highland Park may obtain a municipal ID card by appointment only at Highland Park Public Library (31 North Fifth Avenue). All applicants must be a resident of the Borough of Highland Park (see information about proof of identity and residency below), and must be at least 14 years old. Minors (under the age of 18) must have a parent/guardian who can show proof of relationship.

How to Apply

Complete the Identification Card Application Form.
Collect documentation for both proof of identity (4 points) and residency (2 points) from the categories listed below.
Present application and documentation at the library by appointment (call 732-572-2750 to schedule your visit)
Once application is approved, remit payment in the amount of $15 for adults or $7 seniors, veterans, children (ages 14-17). Payment is accepted by cash or check. If payment is a hardship, you may request a waiver.

Six Point Verification System

Applicants must have at least four (4) points proving identity and two (2) points proving residency.
Applicants must provide at least one unique form of documentation for identity and for residency.
All documents must be originals. If expired, said expiration must be two years or less from the date of presentation.

Proof of Identity (4 points)

Four (4) Point Documents

U.S. State Driver’s License or Learner’s Permit Photo ID
U.S. State Identification Card
Proof of a minor enrolled in Highland Park public or private school (Minor’s ONLY)
Three (3) Point Documents
Consular ID Card with photograph
VISA (current) or current U.S. Work Permit
National Identification Card (must have photo, name, address, date of birth and expiration date)
Birth Certificate (U.S.)
U.S. Permanent resident (Green Card)
U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization Certificate
State Veterans ID with photo
U.S. Military Identification Card
U.S. or Foreign Passport
Two (2) Point Documents
Foreign Driver’s License
Foreign Military Identification Card with photo
Birth Certificate (Foreign)
N.J. Valid Auto Registration
One (1) Point Documents
ITIN Card (must be accompanied by an ID with a photo)
Social Security Card
Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card
High School or College Diploma
Voter Registration Card

Proof of Residency (2 points)

Four (4) Point Documents

New Jersey Driver’s License or Learner’s Permit Photo ID
New Jersey Identification Card

Two (2) Point Documents

Utility bill with name and address
Cable bill
Auto Insurance Card
Residential lease
Report Card from Local School District

One (1) Point Documents

Insurance bill
Bank Statement
Employment Pay Stub
Local property tax statement
Income Tax filing form (1 year)
Original documents from any local, state or federal
Government agency

Ordinance information: https://ecode360.com/32183416