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

Georgia allows you to update your address without renewing your license. The fastest route is the online system at DDS.ga.gov, which takes about 10 minutes and costs nothing. If you prefer not to use the website, you can mail a form to the Georgia Department of Driver Services or walk into any DDS office with proof of your new address.

The method you choose depends on how quickly you need the change recorded and whether you have the required documents at hand. Online changes show up in the system within one business day. Mail takes one to two weeks. In-person visits are when ready but require a trip during business hours.

Key Takeaways

  • The online address change at DDS.ga.gov is free and the fastest option, updating your record within one business day.
  • You will need proof of your new address, such as a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement dated within the last 60 days.
  • If you change your address online or by mail, your physical license card will not change — the address on file updates separately.
  • You can change your address at any DDS office in Georgia without an appointment, though wait times vary by location.
  • If you move out of state or need a corrected license card with your new address printed on it, you must renew your license instead of just updating the address.

Changing your address online through DDS.ga.gov

The online system is the most straightforward path. Go to DDS.ga.gov, select "Change Address" under the driver's license section, and enter your driver's license number and date of birth. The system will pull up your current record and ask you to enter your new address.

You will need to upload or photograph proof of your new address. Georgia accepts utility bills, lease agreements, mortgage statements, property tax bills, insurance documents, or bank statements — anything dated within the last 60 days that shows your name and the new address. Take a clear photo with your phone if you do not have a scanner. The system will confirm the change when ready and send you an email receipt.

The address updates in the DDS database within one business day. Law enforcement and other agencies can see the new address right away. Your physical license card keeps the old address printed on it — that does not change unless you renew the license itself.

Changing your address by mail

If you prefer not to use the online system, you can mail a form to DDS. read the Form DL 43 (Address Change) from DDS.ga.gov or request one by calling the DDS customer service line at 678-413-8400. Fill in your current license number, your new address, and sign the form.

Include a copy of your proof of address — the same documents accepted online work by mail. Mail the form and proof to the address listed on the DDS website under "Mailing Address." Processing takes one to two weeks from the date DDS receives your envelope. You will not receive a confirmation letter; the change is complete when it appears in the system.

Changing your address in person at a DDS office

You can walk into any DDS office in Georgia and update your address on the spot. Bring your current driver's license and proof of your new address (same documents as online). No appointment is needed, but wait times depend on the office and time of day. Busier locations may have a 30-minute to one-hour wait during peak hours.

The DDS office staff will verify your identity, scan your proof of address, and update your record when ready. You will receive a printed receipt showing the change. Your license card itself will not be reprinted unless you request a replacement or renew the license.

Find the DDS office nearest you on the DDS.ga.gov website. Most offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., though some have extended hours. A few locations offer Saturday hours — check the website for your specific office.

What counts as proof of your new address

Georgia requires documents dated within the last 60 days. Acceptable proof includes a utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet), a signed lease or rental agreement, a mortgage statement or property deed, a homeowner's or renter's insurance policy, a property tax bill, a bank or credit card statement, or a government document like a voter registration card or tax return.

The document must show your name and your new address. If you have recently moved and do not yet have a utility bill in your name, a lease signed by you and your landlord works just as well. If you are staying with family or friends and do not have a document in your name, ask the property owner for a notarized letter stating you live there — some DDS offices will accept this, though policies vary by location. Call ahead to confirm before you visit.

When you need to renew instead of just changing your address

A straightforward address change works only if your license is still valid and you do not need a corrected card. If your license expires within the next 30 days, you should renew instead of changing the address, because the renewal will issue a new card with the updated address already printed on it.

If you move out of Georgia, you cannot use the address change system — you must obtain a license from your new state. If you want the new address printed on your physical license card (rather than just updated in the system), you will need to renew your license. A renewal costs the same as an address change and takes about two weeks if you do it by mail or online, or is when ready if you do it in person at a DDS office.

How long the change takes and when you can use it

Online changes are recorded within one business day. By mail, expect one to two weeks. In-person changes are when ready. Once the address is updated in the DDS system, law enforcement, courts, and other agencies can see it when ready — you do not have to wait for a new card to arrive.

If you need proof of your new address for a bank, employer, or government agency before your physical license is renewed, you can print your DDS record from the online portal or request a certified copy from any DDS office. Some agencies will accept a utility bill or lease as proof instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get a new license card when I change my address?

No. An address change updates your record in the DDS system but does not reprint your license card. The old address stays on the card itself. If you need a card with the new address printed on it, you must renew your license, which costs the same and takes about two weeks.

What if my proof of address is older than 60 days?

Georgia requires documents dated within the last 60 days. If your only proof is older, contact DDS at 678-413-8400 to ask about alternatives. A notarized letter from a landlord or property owner stating you live there may be accepted, but policies vary by office.

Can I change my address if my license is expired?

No. You must renew your license first. Once it is renewed, you can change the address online, by mail, or in person. If you renew in person at a DDS office, you can update the address at the same time.

How do I know if my online address change went through?

You will receive an email confirmation when ready after submitting the form. The address updates in the DDS system within one business day. You can also log back into your DDS account to verify the new address appears on your record.

What if I moved and do not have a utility bill yet?

A signed lease or rental agreement with your name and new address works just as well as a utility bill. If you do not have either, ask your landlord or property owner for a notarized letter confirming you live there. Call your local DDS office first to confirm they will accept it.