You can change your Kansas driver's license address online, by mail, or in person at a KDOR office

The Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) lets you update your address without renewing your license. The fastest method is online through the KDOR website if your license is current and you have not changed your name. If you need to renew at the same time, or if you prefer to handle it in person, you can visit a driver's license office or mail in a form. The process takes a few minutes online or about 15 minutes in an office, and there is no fee.

Your address change takes effect when ready online or the day you submit it in person. If you mail the form, allow 7 to 10 business days for processing. You do not need to surrender your old license or receive a new one unless you choose to renew.

Key Takeaways

  • The online method through the KDOR website is the fastest option and requires only your license number, date of birth, and new address.
  • You can change your address in person at any KDOR driver's license office without an appointment, though wait times vary by location.
  • Mailing a form (DL 43) to KDOR takes 7 to 10 business days and requires a signature, so you cannot email it.
  • Address changes are free and do not require you to renew your license or get a new card unless you want to.
  • Your new address appears on your license when ready online or the same day in person; you keep your current card until it expires.

Changing your address online through KDOR

Go to the Kansas Department of Revenue website and look for the driver's license address change option. You will need your current Kansas driver's license number, your date of birth, and your new address. The system will ask you to confirm your identity by answering security questions based on your driving record or credit history.

Once you submit the form, you will receive a confirmation number. Your address change is recorded in the KDOR system right away. You do not receive a new physical card in the mail — your current license remains valid with the old address printed on it, but the KDOR database shows your new address. If you want a card with the new address printed on it, you can renew your license at the same time, though that costs the standard renewal fee.

The online option is only available if your license is not expired and you have not changed your name. If either of those applies to you, use the in-person or mail method instead.

Changing your address in person at a KDOR office

Visit any Kansas driver's license office with your current license and proof of your new address. Proof of address can be a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days. You do not need an appointment.

Tell the staff member you want to change your address only. The process takes about 15 minutes. You will fill out a short form, show your documents, and the change is recorded on the spot. Like the online method, you keep your current card and do not receive a new one unless you renew your license at the same time.

Wait times vary by office and time of day. Offices in larger cities tend to be busier in the morning and at lunch. If you want to check the current wait time before you go, some KDOR offices post it on their location page on the KDOR website.

Changing your address by mail

Request form DL 43 from the Kansas Department of Revenue or read it from their website. Fill in your current license number, date of birth, and new address. You must sign the form — it cannot be submitted unsigned or electronically. Include a copy of your proof of address (utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or bank statement dated within 60 days).

Mail the completed form and proof of address to the address listed on the form. Do not mail the original license. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days from the date KDOR receives it. You will not receive a confirmation letter; your address change is complete when the processing period ends. If you need to confirm the change was made, you can call the KDOR driver's license section.

This method is slower than online or in-person, but it works if you cannot visit an office or do not have internet access. Keep a copy of the form and proof of address for your records in case you need to follow up.

What counts as proof of your new address

KDOR accepts documents dated within the last 60 days that show your name and new address. A utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet), lease agreement, mortgage statement, or bank statement all work. Government mail like a tax notice or voter registration card also counts. The document must be an original or certified copy — a photo or scan may not be accepted in person, though the mail method may allow it (ask KDOR when you request the form).

If you do not have any of these documents yet, you can sometimes use a signed letter from your landlord or a notarized statement of residence. Call your local KDOR office to ask what they will accept in your situation.

What happens to your physical license card

Your current license card stays valid and does not change. The address printed on it remains the old address, but the KDOR database is updated with your new one. Police officers and other officials who check your license electronically will see your new address. If someone looks only at the card itself, they will see the old address.

If you want a card with your new address printed on it, you can renew your license at the same time you change your address. Renewal costs the standard fee (which varies based on your license type and how long you renew for). You do not have to renew just to update your address — many people keep their old card until the expiration date and straightforward update the address in the system.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to change my address if I just moved within Kansas?

Yes. Kansas law requires you to notify KDOR of any address change within 10 days of moving. Updating your address keeps your license current and ensures you receive any official mail from KDOR at the right place. It also makes sure your voter registration and vehicle registration stay in sync with your license.

Can I change my address if my license is expired?

No, not online. You must renew your license first, which you can do in person or by mail. Once your license is renewed, you can change the address as part of the renewal process or separately afterward. If you renew in person, you can change your address at the same visit.

What if I moved out of state?

You should get a driver's license in your new state instead of updating your Kansas address. Once you have a license in your new state, you can let your Kansas license expire. If you still need your Kansas license for some reason, you can update the address, but most people switch to their new state's license.

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

Online changes are when ready. In-person changes are recorded the same day. Mail submissions take 7 to 10 business days. Once the change is recorded, law enforcement and other officials can see your new address when they look up your license electronically, even if your physical card still shows the old address.

Is there a fee to change my address?

No. Changing your address is free. You only pay a fee if you choose to renew your license at the same time, which costs the standard renewal fee based on your license type and renewal period.