Ohio BMV 5747 Form Somali DL/ID Application Guide

Ohio BMV 5747 Form Somali DL/ID Application Guide – If you speak Somali and need to apply for an Ohio driver license (DL), identification card (ID), or Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC), the official Ohio Form BMV 5747 is the document you need. This is the Somali-language version of the Application Information form used by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). It helps applicants provide personal details and understand the identity documents required for first-time issuance, renewal, duplicate, or conversion of credentials.

This guide is written for U.S. residents living in or moving to Ohio. All information is based on current official Ohio BMV resources. Always verify details on the official website before your visit, as requirements can change.

What Is Ohio Form BMV 5747?

Form BMV 5747 is titled in Somali as CODSIGA MACLUUMAADKA LIISANKA WADISTA GAADHIGA OHIO AMA KAARKA AQOONSIGA EE CAADIGA AH. It is the official Application Information form for Standard or Compliant Ohio Driver License or ID Card, translated into Somali.

The English equivalent is BMV 5745. Related language versions include Spanish (BMV 5746) and Haitian Creole (BMV 5744). Applicants complete Part A (QAYBTA A) with personal information such as full legal name, addresses, date of birth, Social Security number, physical description, and U.S. legal status. The form is used at Deputy Registrar license agencies when applying for:

  • Ohio Driver License (including commercial, operator, motorcycle-only, moped, or motor scooter)
  • Ohio Identification Card (temporary or permanent)
  • Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC)

It covers situations such as never having held an Ohio credential, expired credentials over six months, lost/stolen/damaged cards, conversion from another state or country, or permitted changes to name, date of birth, Social Security number, or license number.

Download the official form here: Ohio Form BMV 5747 PDF (Somali)

Who Needs Form BMV 5747?

You should complete this form if you are a Somali-speaking applicant seeking an Ohio DL, ID, or TIPIC and prefer instructions in your primary language. It is especially useful for:

  • New Ohio residents transferring a license from another state or country
  • First-time applicants who have never held an Ohio credential
  • Non-U.S. citizens who must prove legal presence
  • Anyone applying for a Standard or federally Compliant (REAL ID) credential
  • Applicants needing a duplicate or renewal after certain conditions

The form itself does not replace the required identity documents. You must still present original or certified documents proving the five core elements of identity.

How to Download and Complete Form BMV 5747?

1. Download the current PDF from the official Ohio BMV forms page or directly via the link above.
2. Print the form or complete it electronically if possible.
3. Fill out Part A (QAYBTA A) completely and accurately. Write your full legal name exactly as it appears on your identity documents. Include residential and mailing addresses, date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY format), gender, Social Security number (if assigned), height, weight, hair and eye color, phone number, and email.
4. Indicate your legal status in the United States (U.S. birth, naturalized citizen, permanent resident, or temporary resident) and country of birth.
5. Sign the form in the presence of agency staff. False information is a crime.

You may complete the form in advance and bring it to the Deputy Registrar, or fill it out on-site. The English instruction sheet for the related form (BMV 5750) can help if you need clarification on specific fields.

Required Documents for Ohio Driver License or ID Card

All applicants must prove five elements of identity:

  1. Full legal name
  2. Date of birth
  3. Social Security number (if ever assigned)
  4. U.S. citizenship or legal presence
  5. Ohio street address (one document for Standard cards; two documents from different sources for Compliant/REAL ID cards)

Somali-language lists of acceptable documents are available:

Common proofs include original or certified birth records, U.S. passport or passport card, Permanent Resident Card (I-551), Employment Authorization Card (I-766), unexpired foreign passport with supporting USCIS documents, Social Security card or W-2/1099/pay stub, and utility bills or other residency documents showing an Ohio street address (no P.O. boxes for residency proof).

Non-U.S. citizens must present all required legal presence documentation. Recently naturalized citizens should bring naturalization papers. Name-change documents (marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order) are required if your current legal name differs from the name on primary identity documents.

Interactive checklists are available on the official BMV Online Services site to help you prepare the exact documents needed for Standard or Compliant cards.

Steps to Apply for an Ohio Driver License or ID Card

Step 1: Gather documents using the Somali acceptable documents lists and complete Form BMV 5747.

Step 2: Knowledge test and vision screening (for first-time driver license or TIPIC)
Study the Digest of Ohio Motor Vehicle Laws in Somali (HSY 7608). The knowledge test is available in Somali (text and audio) at Driver Exam Stations or online through BMV Online Services. You need 75% to pass (30 of 40 questions). Vision screening is also required.

Step 3: Visit a Deputy Registrar License Agency
Bring your completed Form BMV 5747, all original/certified documents, and payment. You will receive interim documentation while the permanent card is mailed (usually within 10 business days). Use the official location finder at publicsafety.ohio.gov/local-office and consider “Get In Line Online” to reduce wait times.

Step 4: Pay applicable fees
Fees vary by credential type, age, and duration (4-year or 8-year options for many licenses). Check the current fee schedule on the official BMV website before your visit.

Additional Somali-Language Resources from Ohio BMV

The knowledge test is offered in Somali both in person and online. American Sign Language, Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Haitian Creole, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish are also available.

Tips for Successful Application

  • Bring originals or certified copies only. Photocopies are generally not accepted.
  • Ensure all documents are current and match the name you use on Form BMV 5747.
  • Non-U.S. citizens should allow extra time for SAVE system verification of immigration documents.
  • If under 18, a parent or guardian must co-sign and be present for TIPIC or probationary license issuance.
  • For Compliant (REAL ID) cards, two separate residency proofs are mandatory.
  • Check the official Ohio BMV website for any temporary closures, fee updates, or policy changes before traveling.

Contact and Official Sources

For questions, contact the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles:

This article summarizes official information available from the Ohio Department of Public Safety / Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Requirements are subject to change. Always refer to the most recent versions of forms and the official BMV website for the latest guidance.

Download Form BMV 5747 now: Official Somali Application Information PDF

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