Where to renew your driver's license in Greeley

In Greeley, you renew your driver's license at the Colorado Department of Revenue's Driver's License Office, located at 915 7th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631. This is the only place in Greeley where you can complete an in-person renewal. You can also renew by mail or online through the Colorado Department of Revenue website, but the Greeley office is where you go if you need to renew in person or if your renewal requires a new photo or vision test.

The office is open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Hours vary by season, so call ahead at the Greeley location or check the Colorado Department of Revenue website before you go. Walk-ins are accepted, but you may wait longer during peak times like lunch hours or late afternoon.

Key Takeaways

  • The Colorado Department of Revenue Driver's License Office at 915 7th Avenue in Greeley is the in-person renewal location for Weld County residents.
  • You can renew online or by mail if your license is not expired more than one year and you do not need a new photo or vision test.
  • Bring your current driver's license, proof of residency, and proof of identity to renew in person.
  • Renewal fees vary depending on the type of license and how long you want it valid, so check the Colorado Department of Revenue website for current costs.
  • If your license is expired more than one year, you must renew in person and may need to retake the written and vision tests.

What documents you need to bring

For an in-person renewal at the Greeley office, bring your current Colorado driver's license, one form of proof of identity, and one form of proof of residency. Proof of identity can be a passport, military ID, or tribal ID. Proof of residency can be a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days.

If you are renewing after your license has expired more than one year, you will need the same documents, but the office may also require you to pass a vision test and retake the written knowledge test. Bring your glasses or contacts if you use them for driving.

Online and mail renewal options

If your Colorado driver's license expired less than one year ago and you do not need a new photo, you can renew online through the Colorado Department of Revenue website. Online renewal is faster than going to the office and costs less than in-person renewal. You will need your current license number, Social Security number, and a valid payment method.

Mail renewal is also an option for licenses expired less than one year. You send your current license, a completed renewal form, and payment to the Colorado Department of Revenue. Mail renewal takes longer than online or in-person renewal — typically two to three weeks — so plan ahead if you need your new license by a specific date.

Renewal fees and how long your new license lasts

Colorado driver's license renewal fees depend on the type of license and how long you want it valid. A standard five-year renewal costs less than a ten-year renewal. Military members and certain other groups may be charged different fees. Check the Colorado Department of Revenue website or call the Greeley office for the exact current fee, since costs can change.

When you renew, you choose how long your new license will be valid — typically five or ten years. A longer validity period costs more upfront but means you renew less often. Most people choose the five-year option because it is cheaper and you can always renew again when that period ends.

What happens if your license is expired more than one year

If your Colorado driver's license has been expired for more than one year, you cannot renew online or by mail. You must go to the Greeley Driver's License Office in person. The office will require you to pass a vision test, and you may also need to retake the written knowledge test depending on how long your license has been expired.

Bring the same documents as a standard renewal — current license, proof of identity, and proof of residency — plus your glasses or contacts if you wear them. Plan for your visit to take longer than a standard renewal because of the additional testing. The office staff can tell you over the phone whether you will need to retake the written test based on how long your license has been expired.

How long renewal takes and when to start

In-person renewal at the Greeley office usually takes 15 to 30 minutes from the time you arrive, though wait times vary. Online renewal is when ready — you receive your temporary license number when ready and your physical license arrives by mail within one to two weeks. Mail renewal takes two to three weeks total.

Start your renewal at least two weeks before your license expires if you are going in person, and at least three weeks before if you are renewing by mail. If you are renewing online, you can wait until the day your license expires, but doing so means you will be without a physical license for one to two weeks while you wait for it to arrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew my license if I have moved out of Colorado?

No. You must be a Colorado resident to renew a Colorado driver's license. If you have moved to another state, you will need to get a driver's license from that state instead. Contact that state's Department of Motor Vehicles for renewal information.

What if I lost my current license and need to renew?

You can still renew in person at the Greeley office even without your current license. Bring your proof of identity and proof of residency. The office will look up your license record and issue a replacement. You may pay a small additional fee for a replacement license.

Do I need an appointment to renew at the Greeley office?

Walk-ins are accepted at the Greeley Driver's License Office, so you do not need an appointment. However, you may wait longer during busy times. Call ahead to ask about current wait times, or go early in the morning or mid-week when the office is typically less crowded.

Can I renew my license if it was suspended or revoked?

No. You cannot renew a suspended or revoked license. You must first resolve the suspension or revocation with the Colorado Department of Revenue. Contact the department directly to find out what steps you need to take before you can renew.