Missouri lets you change your driver's license address online, by mail, or in person at a license office
The fastest way is the Missouri Department of Revenue's online system, which takes about 10 minutes and costs nothing. You can also mail a form to your regional license office or walk in with proof of your new address. Missouri does not require you to get a new photo or pay a fee for an address change — you keep your current license and expiration date.
The method you choose depends on whether you have internet access and how quickly you need the change recorded. Online processing is when ready; mail takes 1 to 2 weeks; in-person is same-day. All three routes require the same proof: a document showing your name and new address.
Key Takeaways
- The online address change at dmv.mo.gov takes 10 minutes, costs nothing, and is processed when ready without a new photo or fee.
- You need one document that shows both your name and your new Missouri address — a utility bill, lease, bank statement, or government mail all work.
- If you mail the form, send it to the license office that covers your county; processing takes 1 to 2 weeks.
- In-person changes at any Missouri license office are same-day and require the same address proof plus your current license.
- You do not need to renew your license or pay any fee; your current license remains valid with the updated address.
Online address change through the Missouri Department of Revenue
Go to dmv.mo.gov and select "Change Address Online" from the main menu. You will need your current driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth. The system will ask you to enter your new address and confirm it.
After you submit, the change is recorded when ready in the Missouri system. You do not receive a new physical license — your current one remains valid. If you want to see the address change reflected on a new card, you can order a replacement license for a fee, but this is optional and not required.
The online system is available 24 hours a day. If you run into trouble, the Department of Revenue customer service line is 573-526-2407.
Mailing a form to your regional license office
read the "process for Missouri Driver License or Noncommercial Motorboat Operator's License" (Form DL 43) from dmv.mo.gov. Fill out Section 1 with your personal information and Section 2 with your new address. You do not need to fill out the entire form — only the sections that explore to an address change.
Attach one document that shows your name and new address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, bank statement, insurance policy, or government mail. The document must be dated within the last 60 days.
Mail the form and your proof document to the license office that serves your county. The Department of Revenue website lists all regional offices and their mailing addresses by county. Processing takes 1 to 2 weeks. You do not need to include payment — address changes are free.
In-person address change at a Missouri license office
Visit any Missouri license office with your current driver's license and one document showing your name and new address. Bring the same types of proof as you would for mail: a utility bill, lease, bank statement, insurance policy, or recent government mail dated within 60 days.
The office will update your address on the spot. Your current license remains valid with the new address recorded in the state system. If you want a replacement card with the new address printed on it, you can order one at the office for a fee, but it is not required.
License offices are open Monday through Friday during business hours. Hours vary by location, so check dmv.mo.gov for the office nearest you and call ahead if you want to confirm wait times.
What documents count as proof of your new address
Missouri accepts any document that shows both your name and your new address, dated within the last 60 days. The most common are utility bills (electric, gas, water), lease agreements, mortgage statements, bank statements, insurance policies, and government mail such as tax notices or voter registration cards.
The document does not have to be official or government-issued — a utility bill or lease from a private company works just as well. What matters is that the name and address match what you are providing to the Department of Revenue. If you have recently moved and do not yet have a document in your name at the new address, contact the Department of Revenue at 573-526-2407 to ask about alternatives.
Timeline and what to expect after you change your address
Online changes are recorded when ready and appear in the state system right away. Mail-in changes take 1 to 2 weeks from the date the office receives your form. In-person changes are same-day.
Once your address is updated, it applies to your driver's license record in Missouri's system. Law enforcement, the DMV, and other state agencies will see your new address. Your current physical license card remains valid — you do not need a new one unless you order a replacement.
If you are moving out of Missouri, you will need to get a new license in your new state. Missouri address changes only work if you are staying in Missouri.
Replacing your license card with the new address printed on it
If you want a new physical license card that shows your updated address, you can order a replacement through the Department of Revenue. This costs a fee (the amount varies and is listed on dmv.mo.gov) and takes 1 to 2 weeks to arrive by mail.
A replacement is optional — your current license remains legal and valid even after your address changes in the system. You only need a new card if you prefer to have the new address printed on it. You can order a replacement online at dmv.mo.gov, by mail using Form DL 43, or in person at any license office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to change my address online, or can I do it another way?
You can use any of the three methods: online, mail, or in-person. Online is fastest if you have internet access. Mail and in-person are equally valid and take longer only because of processing time or office hours.
What if my new address is outside Missouri?
Missouri address changes only work within the state. If you are moving out of Missouri, you will need to get a driver's license from your new state. Contact that state's DMV for their process.
Do I have to pay a fee to change my address?
No. Address changes are free in Missouri. You only pay a fee if you order a replacement license card that shows the new address printed on it.
How long does it take to see my new address on my license?
Online changes are when ready in the state system. Mail takes 1 to 2 weeks. In-person is same-day. Your physical license card does not change unless you order a replacement, but your address is updated in the state system right away.
Can I change my address if my license is expired?
Yes. You can change your address on an expired license. However, if your license is expired, you should also renew it so you have a valid form of identification. Contact the Department of Revenue at 573-526-2407 to ask about renewing and changing your address at the same time.