Where to change your address on your Florida license

You can change your address with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) in three ways: online through their website, by mail, or in person at a driver license office. The online method is fastest — you can update your address from home in minutes without visiting an office or paying a fee. If you prefer to go in person or need to handle other license business at the same time, any DHSMV office will process the change while you wait.

The address change itself does not require you to renew your license early or pay a renewal fee. Your current license remains valid; only the address printed on it changes. If your license is expiring soon anyway, you can renew it at the same time and pay one fee for both transactions.

Key Takeaways

  • Online address changes through the DHSMV website are free and take a few minutes, with no office visit required.
  • You will need your driver license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number to change your address online.
  • If you change your address in person at a driver license office, bring your current license and proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease.
  • Changing your address does not cost money or require you to renew your license early unless you choose to renew at the same time.
  • Mail-in address changes take longer than online or in-person options and require you to send your current license to DHSMV.

Changing your address online through DHSMV

Go to the DHSMV website and select the option to change your address. You will need to enter your driver license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. The system will verify your identity using this information. Once verified, you can type in your new address and submit the change.

After you submit, the DHSMV mails you a new license with your updated address. This usually takes one to two weeks. Your old license remains valid until the new one arrives, so you can continue using it for identification during that time. Once the new license arrives, destroy the old one or keep it as a record — Florida does not require you to return it.

Changing your address in person at a driver license office

Visit any DHSMV driver license office with your current license and proof of your new address. Acceptable proof includes a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail showing your name and new address. The document must be recent — typically from the last 60 days, though this can vary by office.

Tell the staff member you want to change your address only. They will process the change on the spot, and you will receive a new license with your updated address before you leave. This is the fastest way to get a license with your new address in hand. There is no fee for the address change alone.

Changing your address by mail

Complete the address change form available on the DHSMV website, print it, and mail it along with your current license to the address listed on the form. Include a copy of proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease. Mail processing takes longer than online or in-person methods — typically three to four weeks or more.

When DHSMV receives your mailed license, they will process the change and mail you a new license with your updated address. During this time, you will not have your license in hand. If you need to drive or use your license for identification before the new one arrives, this method is not practical.

What counts as proof of your new address

DHSMV accepts documents that show your name and new address and are recent. A utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet) is the most common choice. A lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, or bank statement also works. Government mail addressed to you at your new address, such as a tax form or voter registration card, is acceptable too.

The document usually must be dated within the last 60 days, though some offices may accept older documents if they are the only proof available. If you just moved and do not yet have a bill or lease in your name at the new address, ask the DHSMV office what alternatives they will accept — some offices have flexibility for recent moves.

Changing your address if your license is expiring soon

If your license expires within the next few months, you can renew it and change your address at the same time. This costs the standard renewal fee (not an extra fee for the address change). You can do this online, by mail, or in person — whichever method you choose for renewal will also update your address.

If your license is not expiring soon and you only want to change your address, do that separately using one of the free methods above. There is no reason to pay a renewal fee early just to update where you live.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to change my address on my license when I move?

Florida law requires you to notify DHSMV of a new address within 30 days of moving. However, there is no penalty for not doing so, and your license remains valid for identification and driving even if the address is outdated. That said, updating your address is useful so that traffic tickets, registration renewals, and other official mail reach you.

Can I change my address online if my license is suspended or revoked?

No. You can only change your address online if your license is valid and in good standing. If your license is suspended or revoked, you must change your address in person at a driver license office and bring proof of your new address.

What if I do not have proof of my new address yet?

If you just moved and do not have a utility bill or lease in your name at the new address, contact your local DHSMV office before you visit. Some offices will accept a signed lease, a letter from your landlord, or other documents. Calling ahead saves you a wasted trip.

How long does it take to get my new license after I change my address online?

DHSMV typically mails your new license within one to two weeks of your online submission. Your old license remains valid during this time, so you can continue using it for identification and driving.

Is there a fee to change my address on my Florida license?

No. Changing your address alone is free. You only pay a fee if you renew your license at the same time or if you need to replace a lost or damaged license.