Written ByRituparna Nath Content Writer at Study Abroad Exams
SAT documents such as a valid ID issued by the government, a proper photo ID are essential while you appear for SAT exam. You must remember to take an acceptable photo ID for the SAT at the test center. In case you don't have an appropriate photo ID with you, you may not be allowed to take the SAT. The staff in the SAT test center will not hold your seat if you did not bring acceptable identification.
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Documents Required for SAT Registration
Here are the SAT documents that must meet all of these requirements:
- Valid ID approved by the government or issued by the school attended. Note that the IDs from the school should be valid until December of the present school year
- The documents should be authentic and not photocopied or electronic
- Your name should be exactly as mentioned in the admission ticket - in full form, orderly and legal
- A recent photograph matching with the admission ticket and fulfilling the test-day requirement
- Be present in proper condition with understandable English language text and photographs
What is an Acceptable Photo ID for SAT
You must use a recent photo for instance—school pictures, passport photos, or take a new one. Check the photo ID requirements here:
- You need to be easy to recognize.
- You need to be the only one in the picture.
- There's a head-and-shoulders view, with the entire face, both eyes, and hair clearly visible; head coverings worn for religious purposes are allowed.
- You must be in focus.
- There should not be any dark spots or shadows.
- Black-and-white photos are acceptable
Acceptable Photo ID:
Unacceptable Photo ID:
What is an Acceptable ID for SAT?
Here is the list of acceptable and unacceptable IDs, check them out:
| Acceptable ID Examples: | Unacceptable ID Examples: |
|---|---|
| Government-issued driver's license or non-driver ID card Official school-produced student ID card from the school you currently attend Government-issued passport or U.S. Global Entry identification card Government-issued military or national identification card Talent Search Identification Forms (allowed for eighth grade and below) SAT Student ID Form (.pdf/122KB); must be prepared by the school you currently attend or a notary, if home-schooled | Any document that does not meet the requirements Any document that is worn, torn, scuffed, scarred, or otherwise damaged The electronic document presented on a device Any document that appears tampered with or digitally altered Any document that bears a statement such as "not valid as identification" Credit or debit card of any kind, even one with a photograph Birth certificate Social Security card Employee ID card Missing Child ("ChildFind") ID card Any temporary ID card |
Name Requirement
If in case you need to make a change in your name after registering, you can contact Customer Service at least 30 days prior to your intended test date.
Photos Requirements
If test center staff cannot sufficiently authenticate your identification from the ID you present in that case you may not be allowed to enter the test center or maybe let alone take the test. Your SAT score may even be withheld or canceled.
ID Requirements Apply All Day
You need to keep your ID and Admission Ticket with you at all times while at the test center, including during breaks. It may be necessary to show your ID and Admission Ticket and/or to sign a test center log multiple times and at various points throughout the test administration.
If You Do Not Have Acceptable ID
In case you do not have a SAT verification form of acceptable ID you may be able to use the Student ID Form (.pdf/122KB). This form must be prepared and authenticated by the school you currently attend. A current photo must be attached to the form in the area indicated before the form is notarized.
If You Are Waitlisted
In countries where waitlist status is used, you must present an acceptable school or the government-issued photo ID that has been issued in the country in which you are testing. Foreign passports, foreign national IDs, or IDs from foreign schools will not be accepted.
If You Are 21 or Older
If you will be 21 or older on test day, the only acceptable SAT student ID form of identification is an official government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, that meets all of the requirements above. Student ID cards are not valid forms of identification for test-takers who are 21 or older.
Testing Outside Your Home Country
In case you are traveling to another country to take the test, you must carry a valid passport as your ID. The only exception to this policy is a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Common Access Card (CAC), which may be used instead of a passport.
Testing in India
Acceptable forms of identification in India are either a valid passport with your name, photograph, and signature or a valid Aadhaar card with your name and photograph.
Is Passport Required for SAT Exam?
Often candidates wonder “Do we need passport for SAT exam?” Well, the answer is Yes, to take the SAT test in India, a passport is mandatory. According to the College Board for SAT Testing in India, Ghana, Nepal, Nigeria, and Pakistan – The only acceptable form of identification is a valid passport with your name, photograph, and signature. There are no exceptions to this policy.
For SAT Test takers in India, make sure you register for SAT with the exact name that appears in the Passport.
SAT Accommodations Request
You can request SAT accommodation by following the few ways given below:
- Through School: You need to contact your SSD coordinator for the submission deadlines. You can connect with your SSD coordinator online to fill SAT id form.
- Filling the Request of Temporary Submission Form: For injury and temporary problems you can postpone your exam date. For that you need to contact your SSD coordinator.
- Students with Disability: Students who have disability certificate/ document can request for SAT accomodations.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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