Where to change your Georgia driver's license address

You can change your address with the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) in three ways: online through the DDS website, by mail, or in person at a DDS office. The online method is fastest and requires no documents if you are renewing or updating an existing license. The mail option takes longer but works if you prefer not to visit an office. In-person visits at a DDS office are the most direct route if you need the change completed the same day.

Georgia does not require you to change your address before a specific important date, but your license address should match your current residence. If you move and do not update it, law enforcement can cite you for providing false information if stopped, and mail from the state will go to your old address.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your address online at the Georgia DDS website without visiting an office or submitting documents.
  • In-person changes at a DDS office take about 15 to 30 minutes and require your current license and proof of your new address.
  • Mail-in changes require a completed form, your current license, and proof of address, and take two to four weeks.
  • Proof of address can be a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days.

Online address change through the DDS website

The Georgia DDS website allows you to change your address without leaving home. Visit the official DDS portal, log in with your driver's license number and date of birth, and follow the prompts to update your address. The system will confirm the change when ready, and you do not need to submit documents or pay a fee for an address-only change.

This method works only if your license is valid and not suspended or revoked. If your license has expired, you will need to renew it in person or by mail at the same time you change your address. The online system will tell you whether your license status allows an address change alone.

In-person address change at a DDS office

Walk-in visits to a DDS office are available at locations across Georgia. Bring your current valid driver's license and one document showing your new address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail (such as a tax return or voter registration card) dated within the last 60 days. The office will update your address on the spot, and you will leave with your license showing the new information.

Wait times vary by location and time of day. Visiting early in the morning on a weekday typically means shorter lines than afternoons or weekends. Some DDS offices accept appointments through their website; check your local office to see if you can reserve a time slot.

Mailing in your address change

To change your address by mail, read and complete the process for Renewal or Replacement of Driver's License or Identification Card (form DL 43) from the Georgia DDS website. Include your current driver's license (a photocopy is acceptable), one document proving your new address dated within the last 60 days, and mail the packet to the address listed on the form. Do not send cash; include a check or money order if a fee applies, though address-only changes typically have no fee.

Processing takes two to four weeks from the date DDS receives your mail. Your new license will be mailed to the address you provided. If you need your license sooner, an in-person visit is faster. Keep a copy of what you mail in case the packet is lost.

What counts as proof of your new address

Georgia accepts several documents as proof of address. The document must show your name and new address and be dated within the last 60 days. Acceptable documents include a utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet), a lease or rental agreement, a mortgage statement, a bank or credit card statement, a property tax bill, a vehicle registration, or government mail such as a tax return, voter registration card, or court document.

A post office change-of-address form does not count as proof of residence. If you have just moved and do not yet have a utility bill or lease in your name, ask your landlord or utility company for a letter on their letterhead confirming your new address and move-in date. Some DDS offices will accept this in place of a standard document.

Timeline and what to expect

An online address change takes effect when ready. An in-person change is completed the same day you visit the office. A mail-in change takes two to four weeks, though the exact timeline depends on mail delivery and DDS processing volume. During busy periods (such as license renewal important date), processing may take longer.

After you submit your change, you do not need to do anything else. Your new license will arrive by mail if you changed your address by mail or online. If you changed it in person, you leave the office with your updated license in hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to change my address before a certain date?

Georgia law does not set a important date for changing your address, but your license address should reflect where you currently live. If you are stopped by law enforcement and your address is outdated, you may be cited for providing false information.

What if I do not have a utility bill or lease yet?

Contact your landlord, property manager, or utility company and ask for a letter on their letterhead confirming your new address and move-in date. Most DDS offices will accept this temporary proof while you wait for official documents to arrive in your name.

Can I change my address if my license is expired?

No. You must renew your license at the same time you change your address. Visit a DDS office in person or mail in a renewal process along with your address change. The online system will direct you to renewal if your license has expired.

How long does an in-person address change take?

The actual process takes 15 to 30 minutes at the DDS office, but wait times vary. Arriving early on a weekday typically means a shorter wait than afternoons or weekends. Some offices offer appointments, which can reduce your time in the office.

Will I get a new physical license card with my new address?

If you change your address online or by mail, your new license card will be mailed to you. If you change it in person at a DDS office, you receive your updated license when ready. In all cases, your old card becomes invalid once the new one is issued.