UF Online Gator 1 Card

Welcome to the Gator 1 Card application for UF Online students. You may begin the process any time after you have registered for orientation. However, you will not be able to receive your Gator 1 Card unless you have successfully completed orientation.

What will I need?

To complete the Gator 1 Card validation process you will need the following:

1. Document

A digital image of your valid US State-issued identification (Driver's License, etc.). Must be a JPEG (.jpg) file with dimensions of at least 310 pixels x 195 pixels.
OR
A digital image of the picture/signature pages of your valid passport. This page must contain an English translation of the information. Must be a JPEG (.jpg) file with dimensions of at least 630 pixels x 447 pixels.

2. Picture

A photo of yourself taken from the shoulders up, facing upright, head straight, and eyes forward into the camera. Photo must be a JPEG (.jpg) file with dimensions of at least 222 pixels x 234 pixels. See some picture examples.

3. Skype for Business for Video Conference

You will submit your photo and document through our secure online system. After our staff has approved your submissions and you have completed orientation, you will schedule a video conference. A webcam and microphone are required.

Skype for Business will be used for the video conference and is provided as part of the Office 365 ProPlus package available for free to UF Students. Click here to learn how to install the Skype for Business client. Please contact the UF Help Desk if you have trouble installing Skype for Business.

4. Payment

Once you have completed the videoconference, you will be prompted to pay for the card and shipping. The cost of the Gator 1 Card is $15.00. You may choose standard shipping for $5.00, or expedited shipping for $25.00.

Got everything ready? Click here to begin!