You can change your address online, by mail, or in person at a Georgia DDS office

Georgia allows you to update your driver's license address without getting a new card. The fastest method is online through the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) website if your license is current and you have no suspensions. If you cannot use the online system, you can mail in a form or visit a DDS office in person. The address change itself is free, though some methods require you to pay a small processing fee.

You do not need to surrender your current license or take a new photo. Georgia straightforward updates its records and mails you a replacement card with the new address printed on it within 7 to 10 business days. Your old license remains valid for identification until the new one arrives.

Key Takeaways

  • The online method through the Georgia DDS website is the fastest route and requires only your driver's license number, date of birth, and new address.
  • If you cannot use the online system, you can mail Form DL 43 to the DDS address processing unit along with proof of your new address.
  • In-person visits at any Georgia DDS office take about 15 minutes and require your current license and one document showing your new address.
  • Your replacement card with the updated address arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days; your old license stays valid until it arrives.
  • If your license is suspended, revoked, or expired, you must renew or resolve the suspension before you can change your address.

Changing your address online through the Georgia DDS website

Go to dds.georgia.gov and look for the "Online Services" section. Click on "Change Address" or "Update Your Information." You will need your current Georgia driver's license number, your date of birth, and your new address. The system will verify your identity using these details and then ask you to confirm the address change.

Once you submit the change online, you will receive a confirmation number. Write this down or take a screenshot. Georgia will process the change within one business day and mail your replacement card to the new address you provided. This method works only if your license is not suspended, revoked, or expired. If your license status is anything other than valid, you must handle that issue first before changing your address online.

Mailing in your address change with Form DL 43

read or request Form DL 43 (process for Duplicate Driver's License or Identification Card) from the Georgia DDS website or pick one up at any DDS office. Fill in your current license number, your new address, and sign the form. You do not need to provide a new photo or take a vision test.

Include one document that shows your new address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail with your name and new address. Mail the completed form and your proof of address to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, P.O. Box 80447, Conyers, GA 30013. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days after the DDS receives your envelope. There is no fee for a standard address change by mail.

Updating your address in person at a DDS office

Visit any Georgia DDS office with your current driver's license and one document showing your new address. The same documents accepted by mail work in person: utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government correspondence. Bring the original document or a certified copy—a photo of the document is not acceptable.

Tell the staff member you need to change your address. They will update your record on the spot and give you a receipt. Your replacement card will be mailed to your new address within 7 to 10 business days. In-person visits typically take 15 to 20 minutes, though wait times vary by location and time of day. There is no fee for the address change itself, but some offices may charge a small processing fee if you request expedited mailing.

What to do if your license is suspended, revoked, or expired

If your license status is anything other than valid, you cannot change your address through the online system. You must either renew your license or resolve the suspension or revocation first. Visit a DDS office to handle the underlying issue, and you can request the address change at the same time.

If your license is expired, you will need to complete a renewal process, pay the renewal fee, and pass a vision test. If your license is suspended or revoked, you will need to contact the DDS to understand what is required to lift the suspension or revocation—this may involve paying fines, completing a defensive driving course, or other steps depending on the reason. Once your license status is restored to valid, you can change your address using any of the three methods above.

How long the replacement card takes and what to do while you wait

Georgia mails your replacement card with the updated address within 7 to 10 business days of processing your request. This timeline starts after the DDS receives and processes your submission, not from the day you submit it. If you mailed in your form, add 2 to 3 days for postal delivery before processing begins.

Your current license remains valid for identification during this waiting period. You do not need to carry proof of your address change. If you move again before the replacement card arrives, contact the DDS to update your address a second time. If your replacement card does not arrive within 14 business days, contact the DDS to confirm they received your request and to ask about the status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a new photo when I change my address?

No. An address change does not require a new photo or a vision test. Georgia straightforward prints your new address on a replacement card and mails it to you. Your photo and all other information on the license stay the same.

Can I change my address if my license is expired?

No. You must renew your license first. Visit a DDS office with your expired license, complete a renewal process, pay the renewal fee, and pass a vision test. Once your license is renewed and valid, you can change your address using any of the three methods.

What counts as proof of my new address?

Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail (such as tax forms or court documents) with your name and new address. The document must be an original or certified copy—a photo or printout is not acceptable in person, though the online system does not require physical proof.

What if I move again before my replacement card arrives?

Contact the Georgia DDS to update your address a second time. You can submit another online request, mail another Form DL 43, or visit an office in person. Your current license remains valid even if the address on it is outdated.

Is there a fee to change my address?

No. A standard address change is free. Some DDS offices may charge a small fee if you request expedited mailing, but the address change itself has no cost.