State to State (S2S) Credential Verification
To combat identity theft, the Indiana BMV continues to enhance the security of how credentials (driver’s licenses, IDs, etc.) are issued.
In February 2016, the BMV began to pilot the State Pointer Exchange Service (SPEXS). SPEXS allows the BMV to verify if a credential applicant holds a credential in another participating state. This check will occur each time a customer is renewing, amending, or replacing his or her current driver's license, permit, or identification card. If more than one credential is identified during the verification process, the BMV will request that the permit, license, or identification card issued by any other state be cancelled. If the applicant does not agree to this action, the BMV will be unable to issue an Indiana credential. Indiana law prohibits an individual from holding more than one credential issued by Indiana or any other state.
No, Indiana law prohibits individuals from holding more than one credential (learner’s permit, driver’s license, or identification card) issued by Indiana, or in combination with any credential issued by another state.
No, every credential applicant’s information is checked.
The BMV will be unable to issue you an Indiana credential.
No, all credentials must be surrendered at the time of application for an Indiana credential.
If you received a notification that is incorrect, please contact the Customer Contact Center at 888-692-6841. The BMV notifies customers of a “moved” condition from their record in response to identifying certain conditions.
Some states allow individuals to hold multiple credentials, but Indiana law prohibits it. In addition, federal regulation prohibits certain combinations of credentials like two driver’s license or two federally compliant credentials.
If you do not hold a credential in another state and the BMV found one issued under your information, you should contact the Customer Contact Center at 888-692-6841.
