I applied online. I scanned all the documents and uploaded it. After all the scanning was complete you'll get to a confirmation page with a stop sign you'll print that page out and take all the documents you need to the DMV. I didn't make an appointment but I went early and was in and out in about an hour.
What I did is apply for the real ID online. There's an option for that. I gathered the documents, took pictures/scanned, submitted them. Then, they send a confirmation letter, print it and take it along with all original documents. I went around 4:00, it took me 25 to finish everything. Was heading home by4:30. Just apply online it's a lot faster.
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