Where to renew your Aurora driver license in person
The Colorado Department of Revenue's Driver License Section runs the renewal process. In Aurora, you can renew in person at the Aurora Driver License Office, located at 13101 East Quincy Avenue, Aurora, CO 80015. This office handles renewals, replacements, and other license transactions for residents in the Aurora area.
Walk-ins are accepted, but the office operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Wait times vary by time of day and day of week — mornings on weekdays typically have shorter lines than afternoons or weekends. You can call ahead at the office to ask about current wait times before you go, though they cannot reserve a spot for you.
The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is closed on Sundays and state holidays. Bring all required documents with you on your first visit — if you are missing something, you will have to return another day.
Key Takeaways
- The Aurora Driver License Office at 13101 East Quincy Avenue is where you renew your license in person, and you do not need an appointment.
- You must bring your current license, proof of Colorado residency (utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement), and proof of identity if your license is expired.
- Standard renewals cost $28 for a four-year license or $56 for an eight-year license, paid by cash, check, or card at the office.
- If you renew online through the Colorado DMV website, you skip the office visit but must still pick up your physical license at the Aurora office or another location within 30 days.
- Renewal takes about 15 to 30 minutes at the office if you have all documents; online renewal takes 10 minutes but adds a separate pickup step.
What documents you need to bring
Colorado requires three pieces of information to renew: your current driver license, proof of Colorado residency, and proof of identity (if your license is expired). Your current license serves as both your identity document and your license number, so do not forget it.
For proof of residency, bring one document dated within the last 60 days showing your current Aurora address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax notice, or bank statement. A piece of mail from a government agency also works. If you have moved recently and your license still shows an old address, bring the residency document anyway — the office will update your address during renewal.
If your license is expired, you will also need a separate proof of identity document such as a passport, military ID, or birth certificate. If your license is still valid, you do not need a second identity document.
Renewing online instead of in person
Colorado allows you to renew online through the DMV website if your license is not expired and you meet other conditions. Online renewal takes about 10 minutes and costs the same as in-person renewal ($28 for four years or $56 for eight years). You pay by credit or debit card.
The catch is that you cannot receive your physical license by mail. After you complete the online process, you have 30 days to pick it up at the Aurora Driver License Office or at another Colorado DMV office. If you do not pick it up within 30 days, your renewal is cancelled and you will have to start over. This makes online renewal useful only if you can visit an office within that window.
To check whether you are may be able to access for online renewal, visit the Colorado DMV website and use their renewal tool. It will tell you when ready whether your license can be renewed online or whether you must come in person.
What happens during the renewal appointment
When you arrive at the Aurora office, check in at the front desk and give them your current license. A staff member will verify your documents, take a new photo (unless you request to keep your current one), and process the fee. The whole process usually takes 15 to 30 minutes.
You will be asked to confirm your address, emergency contact, and organ donation preference. If any of this information has changed, tell the staff member now — they will update it in the system. Your new license will be printed on the spot, and you will walk out with it the same day.
If the office discovers an issue with your documents — for example, your residency proof is older than 60 days or does not clearly show your address — they will tell you what is missing and you will need to return with the correct document. This is why bringing everything on your first visit matters.
Renewal fees and payment methods
A standard driver license renewal costs $28 for a four-year license or $56 for an eight-year license. The Aurora office accepts cash, checks, and debit or credit cards. There are no additional fees for standard renewals.
If you need a Real ID compliant license (required for domestic air travel and federal building access), the cost is the same — the Real ID designation is included at no extra charge. Your current license may already be Real ID compliant; check the upper right corner for a small star. If it has the star, your renewal will automatically be Real ID compliant.
If you are renewing online, you pay the fee when ready with a card. If you are renewing in person, you pay at the office before you leave.
Timeline for receiving your renewed license
If you renew in person at the Aurora office, you receive your new license the same day you visit. You walk out with it in hand, ready to use when ready.
If you renew online, you must pick up your license at an office within 30 days of completing the online process. The license is ready for pickup the next business day after you finish the online renewal. You will receive an email confirmation with a pickup code; bring that code or your confirmation number when you go to collect your license.
Your old license remains valid until the new one is issued. Once you have the new license, you can destroy the old one or keep it as a record — Colorado does not require you to return it.
What to do if your license is expired or lost
If your license is expired, you can still renew it at the Aurora office. Bring your expired license plus proof of identity (passport, military ID, or birth certificate) and proof of residency. The process is the same as a standard renewal, and you will receive your new license the same day.
If your license is lost or stolen, you cannot renew — you must explore for a replacement license instead. A replacement is a new license with a new number, and it costs $20. You will need proof of identity and proof of residency, just as with renewal. The Aurora office can issue a replacement the same day you explore.
If your license was lost or stolen and you also need to renew it (because it was expiring soon anyway), the office will treat it as a replacement, not a renewal, and charge the replacement fee instead of the renewal fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my license if I just moved to Aurora?
Yes. Bring your current license, proof of your new Aurora address dated within the last 60 days (utility bill, lease, or bank statement), and proof of identity if your license is expired. The office will update your address and issue your new license the same day.
What if I cannot get to the Aurora office during business hours?
The Aurora office is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. If those hours do not work, you can renew online and pick up your license at a different Colorado DMV office that may have hours that suit you better. You have 30 days to pick it up after completing the online renewal.
Do I need an appointment to renew at the Aurora office?
No. The Aurora office accepts walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis. You can call ahead to ask about wait times, but you cannot reserve a spot. Arriving early on a weekday morning typically means a shorter wait.
What if I want to keep my current photo on my new license?
You can request to keep your current photo during the renewal process. Tell the staff member at the Aurora office before they take a new photo. Your request will be noted, and your new license will print with your existing photo.
Can I renew my license online if it is expired?
No. Online renewal is only for licenses that are still valid. If your license is expired, you must renew in person at the Aurora office or another Colorado DMV location. Bring your expired license, proof of identity, and proof of residency.