Oregon driver's license renewal by mail or online

Oregon lets you renew your driver's license by mail or online without visiting a DMV office, as long as your license is not expired by more than five years and you have no medical holds or restrictions that need updating. The online method is faster — you can complete it in minutes and your new license arrives in about two weeks. Mail renewal takes longer but requires no computer access and costs the same.

You cannot renew online if your address has changed, if you want to add or remove endorsements (like a motorcycle endorsement), if you need to correct your name or date of birth, or if your license is suspended or revoked. In those cases, you must visit a DMV office in person.

Key Takeaways

  • Oregon's online renewal system is available at oregondmv.org and takes about 10 minutes; your new license arrives in roughly two weeks.
  • Mail renewal requires the renewal notice that Oregon DMV mailed to you, a check or money order, and a signed form; processing takes four to six weeks.
  • You cannot renew by mail or online if your address changed, if you need to update medical information, or if your license expired more than five years ago.
  • Oregon charges $58 for a four-year renewal or $108 for an eight-year renewal, regardless of whether you renew online or by mail.
  • If you lost your renewal notice, you can request a duplicate by calling the DMV at 503-945-6353 or visiting an office in person.

Online renewal through the Oregon DMV website

Start at oregondmv.org and look for the "Renew Your License" link on the homepage. You will need your current driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth. The system will verify your identity against DMV records and then ask you to confirm your address, name, and other information on file.

Once you confirm your details, you choose your renewal term: four years ($58) or eight years ($108). You then pay by debit card or credit card. Oregon DMV will mail your new license to the address on file. If you want it sent somewhere else, you must call 503-945-6353 before you submit your renewal to change your mailing address in the system.

After you complete the online renewal, you will receive a confirmation number. Write it down or take a screenshot. Your new license should arrive within 10 to 14 business days. If it does not arrive within three weeks, call the DMV with your confirmation number.

Mail renewal using your renewal notice

Oregon DMV mails a renewal notice to your address on file about 60 days before your license expires. The notice includes a form you must sign and return along with payment. Do not use a pen that is not blue or black ink — the DMV's scanning equipment may not read other colors.

Fill out the form completely, sign it, and enclose a check or money order for $58 (four-year renewal) or $108 (eight-year renewal). Make the check payable to "Oregon DMV." Mail everything to the address printed on the renewal notice. Do not mail cash.

Processing takes four to six weeks from the date the DMV receives your envelope. Mail delivery itself can add another week on each end, so plan for up to eight weeks total. If you need your license sooner, you must renew in person at a DMV office.

What to do if you did not receive a renewal notice

If your renewal notice did not arrive, call the DMV at 503-945-6353 during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific time). Have your driver's license number ready. The DMV can mail you a duplicate notice or tell you whether your address on file is correct.

If your address changed and the notice went to an old address, update your address with the DMV before you renew. You can do this by visiting an office in person, calling the DMV, or updating it online at oregondmv.org if you have a current Oregon license.

When you must renew in person at a DMV office

Visit a DMV office if your license expired more than five years ago, if you changed your address and want to update it, if you need to add or remove endorsements, if you have a medical condition that affects your driving, or if your license is under suspension or revocation. You will also need to renew in person if you want to change your name or correct your date of birth.

Bring your current driver's license, proof of your Social Security number (a Social Security card, W-2, or 1099 form), and proof of your current address (a utility bill, lease, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days). If you changed your name, bring a certified copy of the document that shows the change — a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.

Oregon has DMV offices in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Medford, Bend, and Pendleton. You can walk in without an appointment at most locations, though wait times vary. Check oregondmv.org for office hours and current wait times before you go.

Renewal fees and what your new license includes

Oregon charges $58 for a four-year renewal and $108 for an eight-year renewal. These prices are the same whether you renew online, by mail, or in person. The fee covers the new license card and the DMV's processing. There are no additional charges unless you need to add an endorsement or correct information on your license.

Your new license will have the same number as your current one. It will show your photograph from your previous license unless you renew in person, in which case the DMV will take a new photograph. Your new license is valid for the term you chose, starting from the expiration date of your current license — you do not lose time if you renew early.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew my license if it already expired?

Yes, if it expired less than five years ago. You can still renew by mail or online using the same process. If it expired more than five years ago, you must renew in person at a DMV office and may need to retake the written test and vision test.

How long does it take to get my new license after I renew online?

Oregon DMV typically mails your new license within 10 to 14 business days of your online renewal. Delivery time depends on your location and the postal service. If you do not receive it within three weeks, contact the DMV with your confirmation number.

What if my address changed since my last license?

You cannot renew by mail or online if your address changed. You must visit a DMV office in person and bring proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease dated within the last 60 days. Update your address before you renew to avoid delays.

Can I renew my license if I have a medical condition?

If your medical condition affects your driving ability or requires restrictions on your license, you must renew in person at a DMV office. Bring any medical documentation your doctor recommends. The DMV may require a medical evaluation form completed by your physician.

What happens if I lose my renewal notice?

Call the Oregon DMV at 503-945-6353 and request a duplicate renewal notice. They will mail it to you or you can pick one up at any DMV office. You can also renew online without the notice if your license is not expired and your information has not changed.