Where to Replace Your Arizona Driver License
You can replace your Arizona driver license at any Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) office, by mail, or online through the ADOT website. The fastest option is an in-person visit to a local ADOT office, which takes about 15 minutes once you're called. Mail and online options take longer — typically 7 to 10 business days for processing, plus shipping time.
ADOT has offices in most Arizona counties. You can find the nearest one by visiting the ADOT website and searching by city or county. Walk-ins are accepted at all locations, though wait times vary by time of day and location. Early morning visits (right when offices open) typically have shorter waits than afternoons.
Key Takeaways
- You need your Social Security number, proof of Arizona residency, and proof of identity to replace your license in person.
- In-person replacement at an ADOT office costs $25 for a standard five-year license and takes about 15 minutes.
- Mail-in replacement requires the same documents but takes 7 to 10 business days plus shipping, and costs $30.
- Online replacement through the ADOT website is available only if your license was not suspended or revoked and you have not changed your address.
- Your replacement license will have a new number and expiration date, even if your original license was not yet expired.
Documents You Need for In-Person Replacement
Bring your Social Security number (memorized or on a card), one form of proof of identity, and one form of proof of Arizona residency. Proof of identity can be a passport, military ID, tribal ID, or birth certificate. If you bring a birth certificate, you must also bring a second document showing your current name if it has changed since birth.
Proof of residency must show your current Arizona address and be dated within the last 60 days. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail. A piece of mail from ADOT itself (like your original license renewal notice) also counts. If you do not have a document dated within 60 days, bring two documents that are older — ADOT will accept those together.
If you are replacing a license that was lost or stolen, bring a police report if you have one. ADOT does not require it, but having one on file protects you against identity theft and speeds up the process if someone tries to use your old license number.
How to Replace Your License by Mail
read the process for Duplicate Driver License form (DL 44) from the ADOT website or pick one up at any ADOT office. Fill it out completely, including your driver license number if you remember it. Attach copies (not originals) of your proof of identity and proof of residency — the same documents you would bring in person.
Mail the completed form and copies to the address listed on the form. Include a check or money order for $30 (do not send cash). ADOT will process your process in 7 to 10 business days and mail your new license to the address on your process. The entire process, from mailing to receiving your license, typically takes 2 to 3 weeks depending on mail delivery times.
Keep a copy of everything you mail for your records. If your license does not arrive within three weeks, contact ADOT to confirm they received your process.
Replacing Your License Online
You can replace your license online through the ADOT website if your license was not suspended or revoked and you have not changed your address since your last renewal. You will need your driver license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number to start the process.
Online replacement costs $25 and takes 7 to 10 business days for processing. Your new license will be mailed to the address on file. You cannot use online replacement if you need to update your address, name, or other information — in that case, you must go in person or use the mail-in form.
What Happens After You Order Your Replacement
ADOT will mail your new license to the address on your process or account. Your new license will have a different number than your original license, even though you are replacing the same one. The expiration date will be five years from the date ADOT issues it, not five years from your original license's expiration date.
Once your new license arrives, destroy your old one by cutting it in half. If your old license is still missing, you do not need to do anything — it is no longer valid once ADOT issues your replacement.
If you ordered your replacement online or by mail and need to drive before it arrives, you can request a temporary license at any ADOT office. A temporary license is valid for 30 days and costs $5. Bring your proof of identity and residency, just as you would for a regular replacement.
Replacing a License That Was Suspended or Revoked
If your license was suspended or revoked, you cannot replace it online or by mail. You must visit an ADOT office in person. Bring the same documents as you would for a regular replacement, plus any paperwork related to the suspension or revocation (such as a court order or notice from ADOT).
The ADOT staff member will check your driving record and tell you what you need to do to restore your driving privileges. Depending on the reason for the suspension or revocation, you may need to pay a reinstatement fee, complete a defensive driving course, or wait out a suspension period. The replacement license itself costs $25, but restoration fees vary and may be substantial.
Replacing a License With a Name Change
If you have changed your name since your license was issued (through marriage, divorce, court order, or other means), you must go in person to replace your license. Bring your current proof of identity showing your new name, proof of residency, and a document proving the name change — such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.
Your new license will show your current legal name. The replacement costs $25, the same as any other in-person replacement. Processing takes about 15 minutes at the office, and your new license will be mailed to you within 7 to 10 business days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a temporary license while I wait for my replacement?
Yes. Visit any ADOT office with your proof of identity and residency. A temporary license costs $5 and is valid for 30 days. You can drive on it while your permanent replacement is being mailed to you.
What if I do not know my driver license number?
For in-person replacement, you do not need it — ADOT can look up your record using your name and date of birth. For mail-in replacement, include it if you have it, but ADOT can process your process without it. For online replacement, you will need your license number to start the process.
How much does a replacement license cost?
In-person replacement costs $25. Mail-in replacement costs $30. Online replacement costs $25. A temporary license costs $5. These prices do not include any reinstatement fees if your license was suspended or revoked.
Can someone else pick up my replacement license for me?
No. ADOT mails replacement licenses directly to the address on file. You cannot pick it up at an office or have someone else collect it. If you need your license urgently, order a temporary license in person instead.
What if my replacement license arrives damaged or with errors?
Contact ADOT when ready with your new license number. ADOT will issue a corrected license at no charge if the error was their mistake. If the license is damaged through no fault of ADOT, you may be charged a replacement fee.