New Jersey Form GENDER1 Gender Change Guide

New Jersey Form GENDER1 Gender Change Guide – New Jersey residents who wish to update the gender marker on their driver license or non-driver identification card can do so using Form GENDER1, the official Declaration of Gender Designation Change issued by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). This process relies on self-attestation and does not require medical documentation or proof of surgery.

The form supports the designations M (male), F (female), or X (unspecified). It became available following the 2018 Babs Siperstein Law and later updates that expanded options to include the X marker.

What Is New Jersey Form GENDER1?

Form GENDER1 (revision R3/21) is the official New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission document used to request a change of gender designation on a New Jersey driver license or non-driver identification card. The full title is “Declaration of Gender Designation Change for New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Driver License or Non-Driver Identification Card.”

On the form, the applicant prints their full name, provides identifying information (name, date of birth, address, and license or ID number), selects the desired gender marker (M, F, or X), and signs an attestation under penalty of perjury. The attestation states that the change is requested to conform the legal gender to the applicant’s gender identity and is not for any fraudulent purpose.

You can download the official PDF directly from the New Jersey government website: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/pdf/license/genderchange.pdf.

Who Can Use Form GENDER1?

Any New Jersey resident who holds a valid New Jersey driver license or non-driver identification card and wishes to update the gender designation may complete Form GENDER1. The process is available to adults and, with appropriate documentation, can support updates for eligible applicants. No court order is required solely for a gender marker change on the MVC credential.

The form is used only for the gender designation. Name changes require a separate court order and follow different MVC procedures.

Key Features of the Gender Designation Change Process

  • Self-attestation only — no doctor’s note, medical records, or surgery documentation is required.
  • Three options: M (male), F (female), or X (unspecified/non-binary).
  • Must be completed in person at a New Jersey MVC Licensing Center.
  • Walk-in service — no appointment is needed for gender marker changes.
  • Current license or ID must be surrendered; a duplicate is issued for a standard fee.

These rules stem from New Jersey’s 2018 legislation and subsequent MVC policy updates announced in 2020 and 2021. Official guidance is available on the state’s Transgender Information Hub and MVC press releases.

How to Complete Form GENDER1?

Download and print the form from the official link: New Jersey Form GENDER1 PDF.

Fill in the following fields clearly in ink:

  1. Last Name, First Name, Middle Name
  2. Date of Birth
  3. Street Address, City/State, Zip Code
  4. Driver License or Identification Number
  5. Print your full name in the statement section
  6. Check the box for the desired designation: M, F, or X
  7. Sign and date the attestation under penalty of perjury

The form notes that willfully false statements can result in administrative, civil, or criminal penalties.

Step-by-Step Process to Change Your Gender Marker

  1. Download and complete Form GENDER1 using the official PDF.
  2. Gather required documents. You will need your current New Jersey driver license or non-driver ID. Depending on the transaction, the MVC may also require documents that satisfy the 6 Points of ID verification system. Bring original or certified copies.
  3. Visit any MVC Licensing Center as a walk-in customer. Gender marker changes are listed among walk-in services and do not require an appointment. Wait times vary. Locate centers at NJMVC Licensing Centers.
  4. Surrender your current credential and submit the completed Form GENDER1.
  5. Pay the standard $11 fee for a duplicate license or identification card. Payment methods typically include cash, check, money order, or major credit/debit cards.
  6. Receive your new card. The updated credential with the new gender designation will be issued according to current MVC central issuance procedures.

Official confirmation of the walk-in process and lack of medical documentation requirement appears on the New Jersey Transgender Information Hub: How do I update my gender marker on my NJ driver’s license?.

Fees and Important Notes

The fee for the duplicate credential is $11.00. If you are also updating your name at the same visit (with a valid court order), you generally pay the duplicate fee only once.

Name changes are handled separately. In most cases a court order is required, and applicants must follow the MVC name-change procedures available at any agency or online at www.njmvc.gov.

The gender marker change itself does not require a court order.

Related Processes: Birth Certificate and Other Records

Changing the gender marker on a New Jersey birth certificate is a separate process handled by the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Vital Statistics and Registry. Adults use Form REG-L2; parents or guardians of minors use Form REG-L3. Self-attestation is also permitted for birth records, with options for Female, Male, or Undesignated/Non-binary. More information is available on the Department of Health site: Changing Gender Identity.

Federal records (Social Security, passport) follow their own rules and may differ from New Jersey state procedures. Always verify current federal requirements separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a doctor’s note or surgery documentation?

No. New Jersey MVC policy allows self-attestation only. This change followed the 2018 Babs Siperstein Law.

Can I choose X on my New Jersey license or ID?

Yes. The X option (unspecified) has been available since 2021 alongside M and F.

Is an appointment required?

No. Gender marker changes are walk-in transactions at MVC Licensing Centers.

Where can I find the official form?

Download Form GENDER1 here: https://www.nj.gov/mvc/pdf/license/genderchange.pdf.

What if I also need to change my name?

Obtain a court-ordered name change first, then present the certified court order along with Form GENDER1 (and 6 Points of ID documents) at the MVC. The two updates can often be completed in one visit.

Official Sources and Additional Resources

Always verify the most current requirements directly on official New Jersey government websites, as policies and fees can be updated. For questions, contact the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission customer support line or visit an MVC Licensing Center.

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