How to Change Your Address on Your Driver's License

What you need to do to change your address

You can change your address on your driver's license through your state's DMV without renewing your license early. Most states let you do this online, by mail, or in person at a DMV office. The method available to you depends on your state and whether your license is still valid.

Some states charge a small fee for an address change (typically $5 to $15), while others do it at no cost. A few states will issue you a replacement card with your new address printed on it; others straightforward update their records and you keep your current card. You do not need to take a new photo, pass a vision test, or retake a written exam — an address change is a records update only.

The fastest route is usually your state's online system if you have a valid license and a current email address. If you cannot use the online option, mail-in forms take one to three weeks. In-person visits at a DMV office are fastest if you have all required documents, but wait times vary widely by location.

Key Takeaways

• Most states allow you to change your address online, by mail, or in person without renewing your full license.
• You will need proof of your new address, such as a utility bill, lease, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days.
• Some states charge a fee for an address change (usually $5 to $15), while others do it for free.
• Online address changes typically take one to three business days; mail takes one to three weeks; in-person is usually same-day or next-day.
• Your current license remains valid during and after the address change — you do not need to wait for a new card to drive legally.

Address change by state: online, mail, and in-person options

Every state offers at least one method to change your address, but the options and requirements differ. The table below shows which states allow online changes and which require you to visit an office or mail in a form.

State	Online Option	Mail Option	In-Person Option	Fee
Alabama	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Alaska	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
Arizona	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Arkansas	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
California	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Colorado	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Connecticut	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
Delaware	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Florida	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Georgia	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Hawaii	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
Idaho	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Illinois	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Indiana	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Iowa	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Kansas	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Kentucky	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Louisiana	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
Maine	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Maryland	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Massachusetts	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
Michigan	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Minnesota	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Mississippi	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
Missouri	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Montana	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Nebraska	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Nevada	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
New Hampshire	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
New Jersey	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
New Mexico	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
New York	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
North Carolina	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
North Dakota	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Ohio	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Oklahoma	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Oregon	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Pennsylvania	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Rhode Island	No	Yes	Yes	No charge
South Carolina	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
South Dakota	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Tennessee	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Texas	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Utah	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Vermont	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Virginia	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Washington	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
West Virginia	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge
Wisconsin	Yes	No	Yes	No charge
Wyoming	Yes	Yes	Yes	No charge

If your state does not offer an online option, check your state DMV website for the mailing address and the specific form you need. Most states accept a standard Change of Address form or a mail-in renewal form with address information only. Mail-in requests typically take one to three weeks to process.

Documents you need to prove your new address

Every state requires proof of your new address before updating your license. The most common documents accepted are a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, or bank statement. The document must show your name and your new address, and most states require it to be dated within the last 30 to 60 days.

If you do not have a recent utility bill or lease, other documents that may work include a property tax bill, homeowner's insurance policy, vehicle registration, or a letter from your employer on company letterhead showing your name and new address. A few states accept a signed affidavit from a family member or landlord if you cannot produce an official document. Check your state DMV website to see the full list of acceptable documents before you visit an office or mail in your form.

You will also need your current driver's license and, in most states, your Social Security number. Some states ask for a second form of identification if you are changing your address for the first time in several years. Bring originals or certified copies — photocopies are usually not accepted.

Online address changes: step-by-step

If your state offers an online address change, the process is the fastest option. Visit your state DMV website and look for a link labeled "Change Address," "Update License Information," or "Online Services." You will need to log in or create an account using your driver's license number and date of birth.

Once logged in, you will enter your new address and confirm your identity. Some states ask you to upload a photo of your proof-of-address document; others straightforward ask you to confirm you have it on hand. After you submit, the system will show you a confirmation number. Save this number — you may need it to track your request or if you have questions later.

Online changes typically take one to three business days to process. Your current license remains valid during this time. Some states will mail you a replacement card with your new address printed on it; others update their records only and you keep your current card. Check your confirmation email or your state DMV website to see which applies to you.

Mail-in address changes: what to send and where

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