Hundreds of thousands of people are waiting for an organ transplant.If you register to be an organ donor, you can potentially save someone's life after you're gone.State level organ donor registration is done in the US.You can register online or in person, and you can change your mind at any time.
Step 1: You can find state information on the national website.
To register for organ donation in your state, go to www.organdonor.gov.The US Department of Health and Human Services runs a website that gives information about registration in all US states and territories.Statistics and other resources on the website can be used to learn more about the organ donation process.
Step 2: You can click through to your state's website.
Pick your state from the drop-down menu on the home page of the national website.Click the green button if you want to go.You will be directed to your state's website.You'll have to click through a pop-up to know you're leaving the federal government website and being sent to a state website.
Step 3: You can enter your identification information.
Provide your name, address, date of birth, gender, and ethnicity on the form on your state's registration page.Depending on the laws of your state, other information may be required.You can enter the number if you have a driver's license.The motor vehicle department records have your registration recorded in them.A driver's license or state ID card number is required in some states.You will not be able to register online if you don't have a driver's license.You can still register in person.
Step 4: If you wish, you can create an online account.
You can create an online account with a user name and password.Your email address is typically your user name.You can skip this step if you want.You can easily update your donor registration information with an online account.If you move, you can update your address online at no charge.
Step 5: A nonprofit registry can be used for national coverage.
Donate Life America allows you to register online to become an organ donor.You can register at https://www.donatelife.net.If you don't have a driver's license or state ID, Donate Life America can register you online.You may be able to register online if your state requires a driver's license or state ID number.If you travel frequently or plan to move to a different state, you may prefer this site.You don't have to re-register in different states if you update your registration through the same account.
Step 6: You need to confirm your registration.
If you provided an email address when you registered, a confirmation email may be sent to you.If you need to verify that your registration has been accepted, you can call your motor vehicle department.For any reason, your registration will not be denied based on your age, gender, or other factors.If you have a problem with your registration, you may want to register in person.
Step 7: Identification and verification of your address is required.
If you want to register as an organ donor, you have to provide identification to prove that you are who you claim to be.For identification purposes, a driver's license or state ID is sufficient.You can use a passport, Social Security card, birth certificate, and other identification documents if you don't have either of these cards.You can find out what documents are acceptable by contacting your state's motor vehicle department.Bring a utility bill, lease or rental agreement, or a bank or credit card statement with your name on it to verify your address.Mailed statements must have been issued within 60 days.
Step 8: The nearest motor vehicle department is open during business hours.
Each state's motor vehicle department takes care of organ donor registration.When you register in person, your driver's license or state ID record will reflect that you are an organ donor.If you live in a densely populated area, you may want to make an appointment.You might have less wait time if you go on a week day first thing in the morning.
Step 9: You need to apply for a license or ID card.
An application for a duplicate license is required to register as an organ donor.You can apply for one if you don't have a driver's license or state ID card.If you're applying for a new license or renewing a license that's expired, you will have to pay the usual fee.If you just update your donor registration status, you won't have to pay a fee.
Step 10: Register on your new ID card.
You can either get a new driver's license immediately or it can be mailed to you.The face of the card should list you as an organ donor.Contact your state's motor vehicle department if your registration status hasn't been updated.You don't have to pay a fee to have your ID card re-issued if you do so immediately.
Step 11: If you have one, log on.
If you register online to become an organ donor, you can use the same user name and password to change or update your registration at any time.If you forget the password, follow the instructions on your state's registration site to recover it or set a new one.
Step 12: You can register online using your ID number.
If you haven't set up an online account before, some states will allow you to change or update your organ donor registration.You can use the number on your license or ID.To verify your identity, you may have to provide more information, such as your date of birth.You may be prompted to create a password if you access your donor registration using your ID number.If you want to change your registration later, use that information.
Step 13: The updated information should be given.
Click on the appropriate category to change the information on file after you access your organ donor registration.You can specify which organs you're comfortable donating in most states.If you only need to update your address, you can click on profile information and enter the correct address.
Step 14: Send the change of status form in.
If you don't want to update your information online, you can use a paper form.You can download the form online in many states.You can find forms on the state's organ donor registry website.There are different ways to remove yourself from the registry.You can mail the form to the address listed.You can take it to your local motor vehicle department.
Step 15: The registry reflects your changes.
You may receive an email notification when the changes have been processed.Check your registry entry online after 10 business days if you mail a change of status form.You can call the motor vehicle department to confirm that your changes have been entered.You can find a phone number to call on your state's organ donor website.