How to Change Your Address on Your Arizona Driver's License

You can change your Arizona driver's license address online, by mail, or in person at an MVD office

Arizona offers three ways to update your address on your driver's license: through the online portal at ServiceArizona.com, by mailing a form to the Motor Vehicle Division, or by visiting an MVD office in person. The online method is fastest — you can complete it in minutes from home — but it works only if your license is current and you have a valid email address on file. If your license is expired or you prefer to handle it in person, the other routes are available.

You will need your current driver's license number and the address you want on file. If you are moving out of state or your license is suspended, you may need to visit an office instead of using the online system.

Key Takeaways

The fastest way to change your address is through ServiceArizona.com, which takes about five minutes and costs nothing.
You can also mail a completed form to the Motor Vehicle Division or visit an MVD office, though both take longer than the online method.
Your new address will appear on your license the next time you renew it; the physical card itself does not change until then.
If your license is expired or you are moving out of state, you will need to renew your license rather than straightforward updating your address.

Changing your address online through ServiceArizona

Go to ServiceArizona.com and sign in with your Arizona online services account. If you do not have one, you will need to create it — this takes a few minutes and requires your driver's license number, date of birth, and an email address. Once you are logged in, look for the Motor Vehicle Division section and select the option to update your address.

Enter your new address exactly as you want it to appear on your license. Arizona will confirm the change when ready, and you will receive an email confirmation. The address takes effect right away in the MVD system, even though your physical license card will not change until your next renewal. You do not pay a fee for this update.

Mailing a form to update your address

read the process for Duplicate Driver License or Identification License (Form 40-2001) from the Arizona MVD website, or call the MVD at 602-255-0072 to request one by mail. Fill in your current license number, your new address, and sign the form. Do not send your physical license unless it is damaged.

Mail the completed form to:

Motor Vehicle Division 1801 W. Jefferson St. Phoenix, AZ 85007

Processing takes about two to three weeks from the date the MVD receives your form. You will not receive a new card — your address will update in the system and appear on your license at your next renewal.

Updating your address in person at an MVD office

Visit any Arizona Motor Vehicle Division office with your current driver's license and proof of your new address. Acceptable proof includes a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days. You do not need an appointment, but wait times vary by location and time of day.

Tell the staff member you want to update your address. They will process the change on the spot, and you will receive a receipt. Like the online and mail methods, your physical license card will not change — the address updates in the system and appears when you renew. There is no fee for an address change.

What happens if your license is expired

If your Arizona driver's license has been expired for more than a few months, you cannot use the online address update. Instead, you will need to renew your license, which includes updating your address as part of that process. You can renew online through ServiceArizona.com if your license expired within the last five years, or you can renew in person at an MVD office.

Renewing your license costs money — the fee depends on how long your license is valid for after renewal — whereas a straightforward address change is free. If you are only moving and your license is still current, use one of the three address-change methods above to avoid paying a renewal fee.

When you need to renew instead of just updating

A few situations require you to renew your license rather than straightforward change your address. If you are moving out of Arizona, you will need to get a new license from your new state — Arizona cannot update an address outside Arizona. If your license is suspended or revoked, you cannot update it online and will need to visit an MVD office to discuss your status before making any changes.

If your name has changed since your license was issued, you will also need to renew rather than update. Bring your current license, proof of your new name (marriage certificate, court order, or other legal document), and proof of your new address to an MVD office.

How long the address change takes to show up

Your address updates in the Arizona MVD system when ready when you change it online or in person, or within two to three weeks if you mail the form. However, your physical driver's license card will not show the new address until you renew your license. This can happen at your next scheduled renewal or whenever you choose to renew early.

If you need proof of your new address before your license renews, the MVD can print an address verification letter at an office, or you can print your ServiceArizona account page, which shows your current address on file. Most businesses and government agencies accept either of these as proof.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring my physical license to change my address online?

No. You only need your license number, date of birth, and access to an email account. You do not need to mail in or show your physical license for an online address change.

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

Not automatically. Your address updates in the system right away, but your physical card will not change until you renew your license. You can renew early if you want the new address printed on the card, but there is a fee for early renewal.

What if I moved but do not have a utility bill or lease to prove it?

If you are updating online or by mail, you do not need to show proof — just enter your new address. If you are updating in person at an MVD office, ask the staff what documents they will accept. Government mail, bank statements, and insurance documents sometimes work if a utility bill is not available.

Can I change my address if my license is suspended?

You cannot change it online. You will need to visit an MVD office in person to discuss your suspension status. The office staff can tell you whether you can update your address while the suspension is active.

How much does it cost to change my address?

There is no fee to change your address through any of the three methods. You only pay if you choose to renew your license at the same time.

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