DL 94 TH Form – The DL 94 TH Form is the official Thai-language version of California DMV’s Verification Authorization Process form. It helps Thai-speaking applicants complete the mandatory authorization step for REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses or identification cards when electronic immigration document checks fail.
This bilingual (English/Thai) PDF ensures clear understanding for non-English speakers and streamlines the process at any California DMV office. The form is fully revised as of July 2025 (REV. 7/2025) and available for free download directly from the official DMV website.
What Is the DL 94 TH Form?
The DL 94 TH is the Thai translation of DMV Form DL 94, officially titled “Verification Authorization for Immigration Documents” (Thai: ขั้นตอนการให้อนุญาตการตรวจสอบยืนยัน เอกสารการย้ายถิ่น).
It is a short, one-page authorization document that California DMV requires in specific situations during a driver’s license or ID card application. The form grants the DMV permission to manually verify your immigration documents with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) when the initial electronic check through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) cannot be completed automatically.
Why Is the Verification Authorization Process Required?
As part of every REAL ID application, the California DMV electronically verifies immigration documents with DHS to confirm lawful presence in the United States. This verification is required by federal REAL ID standards so your California driver’s license or ID card can be used for domestic flights, entering federal facilities, or other official purposes.
When the electronic system cannot verify your documents (due to missing data, recent updates not yet loaded, or other common issues), the DMV must perform a manual review. Before they can send your documents to USCIS for this manual check, you must provide written authorization using the DL 94 (or DL 94 TH) form.
Important facts:
- This step does not mean your documents are invalid.
- The authorization has no impact on your immigration status.
- The DMV uses the information only to determine your eligibility for a DL/ID card.
Who Needs to Complete the DL 94 TH Form?
You will be asked to complete the DL 94 TH if you are:
- A non-U.S. citizen applying for a REAL ID-compliant California driver’s license or identification card.
- Submitting immigration documents (such as a foreign passport with valid visa and I-94, Permanent Resident Card, Employment Authorization Document, or other approved documents).
- Your documents could not be verified electronically by the DHS system.
The form is especially useful for Thai-speaking applicants who prefer instructions and explanations in their native language.
Step-by-Step: How the DL 94 TH Verification Authorization Process Works?
- Submit your application and documents at a DMV office or during online pre-application.
- DMV attempts electronic verification with DHS.
- If electronic verification fails, the DMV provides you with the DL 94 TH form (or the English DL 94).
- You review and authorize the DMV to send your immigration document information to USCIS for manual review.
- DMV submits the request (sometimes including a scanned copy of your documents).
- USCIS performs manual verification and notifies the DMV.
- Once verified, the DMV can issue your REAL ID-compliant license or ID card.
The entire authorization you provide on the DL 94 TH is valid for one year from the date signed.
How to Download the DL 94 TH PDF (Official 2025 Version)?
Direct official download link (Thai version):
https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/uploads/2025/11/DL-94-TH-R7-2025-ASB-WWW.pdf
You can also find the English version at the DMV’s Verification Authorization Process page:
https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/form/verification-authorization-process-dl-94/
Tips for using the PDF:
- Print and bring the completed form to your DMV appointment if requested.
- The form is bilingual, so you can read the English and Thai text side-by-side.
- No complex fields are required — it mainly confirms your understanding and grants permission.
What Information Is on the DL 94 TH Form?
The form clearly explains:
- Why verification is needed.
- That the DMV will only use the information for your DL/ID eligibility.
- That the authorization lasts for one year.
- Contact details are not required on the form itself; the DMV handles submission.
It includes a simple authorization statement that you acknowledge before the DMV proceeds.
Common Questions About the DL 94 TH Form
Does receiving this form mean my application is denied?
No. It is a standard procedural step when electronic verification is unavailable.
Will this affect my immigration status?
No. The DMV only uses the information to issue your California driver’s license or ID card.
Do I need to fill it out before my appointment?
Usually the DMV provides it during your visit, but you can download and review the DL 94 TH PDF in advance.
Is the Thai version exactly the same as the English one?
Yes — it is a fully bilingual equivalent approved by the DMV.
Official Resources and Latest Updates (2025–2026)
- California DMV REAL ID page for non-U.S. citizens: dmv.ca.gov REAL ID Non-U.S. Citizens
- Full list of acceptable immigration documents is available on the DMV website.
- Form revision date: July 2025 (current as of 2026).
Always download the latest version directly from dmv.ca.gov to ensure compliance. The DL 94 TH form is the fastest way for Thai-speaking residents to complete the Verification Authorization Process and obtain a REAL ID-compliant license or ID card.
Need help? Visit your local California DMV office or check the official DMV forms portal for the most up-to-date information. Safe driving!