Where to report your address change in Arizona

In Arizona, you report an address change to the Department of Transportation (ADOT), not to your local DMV office — Arizona doesn't have a separate DMV. You can change your address online through the ADOT website, by mail, or in person at a Motor Vehicle Division office. The online method is fastest and requires no documents; by mail takes one to two weeks; in person is when ready but requires a trip.

You do not need to get a new physical card unless your license is expiring soon or you want one with the updated address printed on it. Arizona will update your address in the system either way, and law enforcement can see the current address when they scan your license.

Key Takeaways

  • Arizona's Department of Transportation handles address changes online, by mail, or in person — there is no separate DMV office.
  • Changing your address online through the ADOT website takes minutes and requires only your driver's license number and date of birth.
  • You do not need a new physical card unless you want the updated address printed on it; the system update alone is enough for most purposes.
  • If you move out of state or your license expires within 60 days, you cannot use the online method and must go in person or mail documents.

Changing your address online

The fastest way is the ADOT online portal at azdot.gov. Go to the Motor Vehicle Division section and look for "Change Address" or "Update Driver License Information." You will need your Arizona driver's license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. The system will ask for your new address and confirm your identity using information from your license record.

Once you submit, the change takes effect when ready in the ADOT system. You should see the update reflected within one business day. No documents are required, and you do not pay a fee. This method works only if you are still in Arizona and your license does not expire within 60 days.

Changing your address by mail

If you prefer not to go online, you can mail a change-of-address form to ADOT. read the form from the ADOT website or call the Motor Vehicle Division to request one. Fill it out with your current license number, new address, and signature. Mail it to the address listed on the form — typically the Motor Vehicle Division office in Phoenix.

Processing by mail takes one to two weeks. You do not need to include your physical license or any supporting documents. Once ADOT receives and processes your form, they will send you a confirmation, though some people never receive one — if you do not hear back within three weeks, you can call the Motor Vehicle Division to confirm the change went through.

Changing your address in person

You can walk into any Motor Vehicle Division office in Arizona with your current driver's license and request an address change. Bring a document showing your new address — a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days all work. The office staff will update your record on the spot, and the change is when ready.

You do not pay a fee for an address-only change. If you want a new physical card with the updated address printed on it, that costs money and takes several days to arrive by mail. Most people skip this step because law enforcement can see your current address when they scan your license, regardless of what is printed on the card itself.

When you cannot use the online method

The online portal will not accept your change if you have moved out of Arizona or if your license expires within 60 days. In either case, you must go in person or mail the form. If you have moved out of state, you will eventually need to get a driver's license from your new state, but you can update your Arizona address first if you want to keep the card active for a short time.

If your license expires soon, ADOT's system blocks the online change to push you toward renewing instead of just updating. You can still mail the form or go in person to change the address without renewing, but it is often simpler to renew and update the address at the same time.

What happens after you change your address

Once your address is updated in the ADOT system, the change is official for all government and law enforcement purposes. Your physical card will still show the old address until it expires or you request a replacement, but that does not matter — police, courts, and government agencies all see the current address when they look up your license.

If you are registered to vote, you will need to update your voter registration separately with your county recorder's office. If you have an Arizona vehicle registration, update that address through ADOT as well — it is a separate transaction from your driver's license. Some people do both at the same time in person to save a trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring documents to change my address online?

No. The online method requires only your driver's license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. You do not upload or mail any documents.

How long does it take to see the address change in the system?

Online changes take effect when ready and appear in the ADOT system within one business day. By mail takes one to two weeks. In-person changes are when ready.

Will I get a new driver's license card with my new address on it?

Not automatically. Your physical card keeps the old address until it expires. If you want a new card with the updated address printed on it, you must request a replacement and pay a fee — but this is optional, since law enforcement can see your current address when they scan your license.

What if I moved out of state — can I still change my Arizona address?

No, the online method will not work. You can mail the form or contact ADOT by phone, but most people straightforward get a driver's license in their new state instead. You do not need to keep an Arizona license active.

Do I need to update my vehicle registration address too?

Yes, vehicle registration is separate from your driver's license. You can update both through ADOT, and many people do both in person at the same visit to save time.