Refers to a physical or official document certifying a qualification or permission, such as a driver's license or professional certificate. Often used in compounds like 運転免許証 (driver's license).
See also: 免許状
運転免許証を提示してください。
Please show your driver's license.
He holds a chef's license.
I plan to get my driver's license once I turn 18.
I was asked by the police officer to show my license.
I have to renew my license next month.
I forgot to renew it, and my license expired.