When IDMe verifications expire and how to reverify
Some IDMe verifications can expire, depending on what you verified for—such as identity or community. This article explains which verifications do and don’t expire, how long each lasts, and when you may need to reverify to maintain access to services or discounts. You’ll also learn how expiration differs between U.S. and Canadian community verifications.
Does my IDMe identity verification expire?
No — your identity verification does not expire. If your IDMe Wallet includes a “Verified Identity” card like the one shown below, it won’t expire. However, other cards in your Wallet—such as community verifications—may have expiration dates.
To check which cards may expire, sign in to your IDMe Wallet. We recommend doing this at least once a year to stay up to date.
Reverify if your community verification expired
To reverify:
- Sign in to your IDMe Wallet.
- In the My IDs area, find your community ID card, then select Reverify.
- Follow the steps and submit any information needed to reverify your community ID card.
Keep in mind, it’s not possible at this time to reverify Identity verification cards.
Which community verifications expire?
Some community verifications expire, depending on the group and when you originally verified. If your community card expires, you'll need to reverify to keep it active.
Expiration timelines for each community
The expiration period varies by community and country. Use the tabs below to view timelines for the United States or Canada.
These U.S. community verifications expire after specific time periods.
| Community | Sub-community | Expires after original verification |
|---|---|---|
| First Responders | EMT, Firefighter, Police, 911 Dispatchers | Five years |
|
Military |
Service members in the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, NOAA Corps, USPHS, and Space Force. | Five years or on the “Service End Date” if available via records. |
| Spouses in the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, NOAA Corps, USPHS, and Space Force. | ||
| Family in the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, NOAA Corps, USPHS, and Space Force. | ||
| Nurses | All sub-communities | Five years |
| Residents | Resident of any state | One year |
| Students | Any student in higher education | At graduation date if received from the National Student Clearinghouse NSC, or after two years if verified with a document. |
| Teachers | Principal or assistant principal, school employee, classroom teacher, college or university professor | Five years |
| Government employees | - | Five years |
| Non-government employees | - | One year |
These Canadian community verifications expire after specific time periods.
| Community | Sub-community | Expires after original verification |
|---|---|---|
| Military | Service member and CAF dependents | Five years |
| Nurses | Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Psychiatric Nurses | Five years |
| First Responders | EMT, Firefighter, Police | Five years |
| Students | University only | Two years |
| Teachers | Licensed kindergarten to senior-high classroom teachers and college or university professors | Five years |
Community verifications that don’t expire
Some community verifications don’t expire, so you won’t need to reverify them
United States
These community verifications don’t expire:
- Military - Includes veterans and retirees in the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, NOAA Corps, USPHS, and Space Force.
- Medical Providers
Canada
Community verifications for Canadian veterans and retired military personnel don’t expire.