Mississippi lets you renew online if your license is not suspended, revoked, or expired more than five years ago
Mississippi's online renewal system is run through the Department of Public Safety website. You can renew if your current license is still valid or expired no more than five years, you have no medical suspensions, and your address on file is current. The process takes about 10 minutes and costs $31.50 for a five-year license or $54.50 for an eight-year license.
If your license is suspended, revoked, or expired longer than five years, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office. The same applies if you need to change your address, add or remove endorsements, or correct your name.
You will need your Social Security number, current Mississippi driver's license number, and a valid payment method (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover). The state mails your new license to the address on file, which typically takes 7 to 10 business days after approval.
Key Takeaways
- You can renew online only if your license expired within the last five years and has no active suspensions or medical holds.
- The online renewal fee is $31.50 for five years or $54.50 for eight years, paid by credit or debit card at the time of renewal.
- Your new license will be mailed to the address currently on file with the Department of Public Safety, taking 7 to 10 business days to arrive.
- If you need to change your address, name, or add endorsements, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office instead.
- The Department of Public Safety website is the only official channel for online renewal; third-party sites charge extra fees and are not necessary.
Step-by-step process on the Department of Public Safety website
Start at the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website and select the online renewal option. You will be taken to a find portal where you enter your driver's license number and Social Security number to verify your identity. The system checks whether your license is may be able to access for online renewal and displays any holds or suspensions that would block the process.
If you pass the verification check, review your current information on file: name, date of birth, address, and any restrictions or endorsements. Correct any errors before proceeding. You cannot change your address online, so if it is wrong, stop and visit a Driver Services office instead.
Select your license term (five or eight years) and confirm the fee. Enter your payment information and submit. You will receive a confirmation number by email. Your new license is printed and mailed within one business day; delivery typically takes 7 to 10 business days depending on your location.
Who cannot renew online and what to do instead
You must visit a Driver Services office in person if your license has been suspended or revoked, expired more than five years ago, or if you have an active medical hold. You also cannot renew online if you need to change your address, correct your name, add a commercial driver's license (CDL) endorsement, or add a Real ID designation.
To find the nearest Driver Services office, use the location finder on the Department of Public Safety website. Bring your current license, proof of residency (utility bill, lease, or bank statement dated within 60 days), and payment. In-person renewal takes about 15 to 20 minutes, and you receive a temporary paper license when ready while your permanent card is mailed.
What happens if your license was suspended or revoked
A suspension is temporary and is usually lifted after you meet specific conditions—paying a reinstatement fee, completing a defensive driving course, or resolving a child support or traffic violation issue. A revocation is permanent for that license term and requires a formal reinstatement process through the Department of Public Safety.
Before you attempt to renew, contact the Department of Public Safety at 601-987-1500 to confirm whether your license is suspended or revoked and what steps are needed to clear it. Once the hold is removed, you can renew online if your license has not expired more than five years. If it has, you must renew in person.
Delivery time and what to do if your license does not arrive
After you complete online renewal, your new license is mailed to the address on file within one business day. Standard mail delivery takes 7 to 10 business days, though delivery can take longer during holidays or in rural areas. You do not receive a temporary license when renewing online, so plan ahead if you need to drive before your new card arrives.
If your new license does not arrive within 15 business days, contact the Department of Public Safety at 601-987-1500 with your confirmation number. They can check the status of your card and reissue it if necessary. Keep your confirmation email until your new license arrives.
Real ID and online renewal
Mississippi's Real ID-compliant driver's license has a gold star in the upper right corner and is required for federal building access and domestic air travel starting May 7, 2025. You cannot add Real ID status during online renewal; you must visit a Driver Services office in person.
Bring your current license, proof of citizenship (birth certificate, passport, or naturalization papers), proof of Social Security number (Social Security card or W-2), and two forms of proof of residency. The Real ID fee is included in your standard renewal fee. If you renew online now and want Real ID later, you can visit an office to add it before the important date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew online if my license expired more than five years ago?
No. The Department of Public Safety only allows online renewal if your license expired within the last five years. If it expired longer ago, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office and bring proof of residency and citizenship.
What if I entered the wrong information during online renewal?
Contact the Department of Public Safety at 601-987-1500 with your confirmation number before your new license is mailed. They may be able to stop the order and let you start over. Once your card is mailed, you will need to visit an office to correct the information on a replacement license.
Do I need to take a new photo for online renewal?
No. Online renewal uses your existing photo from your current license. If you want a new photo, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office.
Can I renew online if I moved to a different address?
No. The online system does not allow address changes. You must visit a Driver Services office in person and bring proof of your new residency, such as a utility bill or lease dated within 60 days.
What payment methods does the online system accept?
The Department of Public Safety accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. They do not accept cash, check, or money order for online renewal. The fee is charged when ready when you submit your renewal.