Missouri lets you renew your driver's license online if your license is still valid and you meet a few basic requirements
You can renew your Missouri driver's license through the state's online portal without visiting a driver's license office, as long as your current license hasn't expired more than five years ago and you don't need to change your address, name, or other personal information. The process takes about 10 minutes, costs $13.50, and you'll receive your renewed license by mail within 7 to 10 business days.
If your license expired more than five years ago, if you need to update your address or legal name, or if you want to change your photo, you'll need to renew in person at a Missouri driver's license office instead.
Key Takeaways
- Online renewal works only if your current license is valid and expired no more than five years ago.
- You'll need your Social Security number, current license number, and a valid payment method to complete the renewal online.
- The renewal fee is $13.50 and must be paid by credit card, debit card, or digital wallet during the online transaction.
- Your new license will arrive by mail in 7 to 10 business days; you can continue using your current license until it arrives.
- If you need to change your address, name, or photo, you must renew in person at a Missouri driver's license office.
Check your license expiration date and may be able to access before starting
Look at the expiration date printed on your current Missouri driver's license. If it expired more than five years ago, the online renewal system will not accept your request, and you'll need to visit a driver's license office in person. If your license is still valid or expired within the last five years, you can proceed with the online renewal.
Also confirm that your current address, legal name, and other personal information on your license are still correct. If anything has changed — you moved, got married, or changed your name legally — you cannot update it online. You'll need to make those changes in person at a driver's license office.
Go to the Missouri Department of Revenue website and start the renewal
Visit the Missouri Department of Revenue's online driver's license renewal portal at dor.mo.gov. Look for the link labeled "Renew Your Driver's License Online" or navigate to the driver's license services section. Click the renewal link and select "Online Renewal" when prompted.
The system will ask you to enter your current driver's license number and your date of birth to pull up your record. Have your physical license in front of you so you can read the license number correctly — it appears in the upper right corner of the card.
Provide your information and review what the system shows
After you enter your license number and date of birth, the Missouri system will display your current driver's license information on screen. This includes your name, address, date of birth, and the photo on file. Review everything carefully to make sure it matches your records.
If anything is incorrect — your address is wrong, your name is misspelled, or the photo is not you — stop the renewal process and visit a driver's license office in person instead. The online system cannot fix these errors. Proceeding with incorrect information will result in a renewed license with the same mistakes.
Pay the $13.50 renewal fee by card or digital wallet
The Missouri system will display the renewal fee of $13.50. You can pay using a credit card, debit card, or a digital wallet such as Apple Pay or Google Pay. Enter your payment information exactly as it appears on your card or account.
After you submit payment, the system will process the transaction when ready. You'll receive a confirmation number on screen and by email. Save or print this confirmation — you may need it if you have questions about your renewal later.
Watch for your renewed license in the mail
Your new driver's license will be mailed to the address on file within 7 to 10 business days. The license is sent by standard mail, not overnight or tracked delivery. If you don't receive it within two weeks, contact the Missouri Department of Revenue to check the status.
You can continue to use your current license for driving and identification until your new one arrives. Your current license remains valid during this waiting period, even though you've already renewed it online.
What to do if the online system rejects your renewal
If you start the online renewal and the system tells you that you're not may be able to access, it's usually for one of these reasons: your license expired more than five years ago, your personal information has changed, or there's a flag on your driving record that requires in-person verification. The system will tell you which issue applies.
In any of these cases, you'll need to visit a Missouri driver's license office in person. Bring your current license, proof of residency (a recent utility bill or lease), and your Social Security card or a document showing your Social Security number. The office staff can complete your renewal and handle any updates or issues the online system couldn't process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew online if my license is currently suspended or revoked?
No. If your license is suspended or revoked, the online system will reject your renewal request. You must resolve the suspension or revocation with the Missouri Department of Revenue before you can renew. Contact the department directly to find out what's required to clear the issue.
What if I move before my new license arrives?
If you change your address after you've renewed online but before your new license arrives, contact the Missouri Department of Revenue with your confirmation number and new address. They can update the mailing address on file. If the license is already in the mail, it may be returned to the department, and you'll need to pick it up or request it be resent to your new address.
Can I renew online if I'm renewing early, before my license expires?
Yes. Missouri allows you to renew your license up to one year before it expires. The online system will accept your renewal as long as your license is currently valid. Your new license will have a new expiration date based on when you renew.
What happens if my payment fails during online renewal?
If your payment is declined, the system will tell you when ready and will not process your renewal. Check that your card number, expiration date, and billing address are correct, then try again. If the payment fails a second time, contact your bank to confirm the card is active, or try a different payment method.
Do I need to pass a vision test to renew online?
No. Online renewal does not include a vision test. If your license requires vision correction (indicated by a restriction code on your license), you'll need to renew in person at a driver's license office so they can verify your vision meets the requirement.