The fastest way to change your address
You can change your Florida driver's license address online through the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) website without visiting an office or paying a fee. Go to gorenew.com, select "Change Address Only," and follow the steps. You'll need your current driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your new address. The change takes effect when ready after you complete the transaction online.
If you prefer to change your address in person, visit any Florida driver's license office with your current license and proof of your new address. This also costs nothing and takes about 15 minutes. You do not need to bring your Social Security card or birth certificate for an address-only change.
By mail, you can send a signed letter with your current license number, your new address, and a copy of your license to the DHSMV. Mail it to the address listed on the DHSMV website under "Mailing Address for Address Changes." This method takes longer — usually two to three weeks — so use it only if online and in-person options are not available to you.
Key Takeaways
- The online method through gorenew.com is the fastest and requires no fee, taking effect when ready after you complete it.
- You need your current license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your new address to change it online.
- In-person changes at any Florida driver's license office are free and take about 15 minutes, requiring only your current license and proof of your new address.
- A mailed request works but takes two to three weeks, so use it only if you cannot go online or visit an office.
- You do not need to renew your license or pay any fee to change only your address.
What counts as proof of your new address
If you change your address in person, bring one document that shows your name and new address. The DHSMV accepts a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, or a letter from your bank or insurance company dated within the last 60 days. A piece of mail from a government agency also works.
If you do not have any of these documents yet — for example, if you just moved and utilities have not been connected — you can bring a signed letter from your landlord or property manager on their letterhead stating your new address and move-in date. Keep the original; the office will make a copy.
Changing your address if your license is expired
If your license expired more than six months ago, you cannot use the online method or change the address alone. You will need to renew your license at the same time, which requires an in-person visit to a driver's license office. Bring your expired license, proof of your new address, and proof of your Social Security number (your Social Security card, W-2, or tax return).
If your license expired fewer than six months ago, you can still change the address online through gorenew.com. The system will allow you to update the address and renew your license together in one transaction.
Changing your address after moving out of state
If you moved to another state and no longer live in Florida, you should get a driver's license from your new state instead of keeping a Florida license. Most states require you to get a new license within 30 to 60 days of moving. Changing your Florida address to an out-of-state address is not recommended because your license will no longer match your state of residence.
If you still need to update your Florida license for some reason — for example, if you own property in Florida or have not yet obtained your new state's license — you can change the address online or in person using the same methods described above. However, you should plan to get a license in your new state as soon as you meet that state's requirements.
When your address change takes effect
If you change your address online through gorenew.com, the change is active when ready. Your new address appears in the DHSMV system right away, though your physical license card still shows the old address until it expires and you renew it.
If you change your address in person at a driver's license office, the office will issue you a new license card with your new address on the spot. You'll receive it in the mail within 7 to 10 business days. Until then, your old card is still valid for identification purposes.
If you change your address by mail, the DHSMV will process it and send you a new card. This takes two to three weeks from the date they receive your letter. During this time, your old address remains in the system.
Updating your address with other agencies
Changing your driver's license address does not automatically update your address with the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles for vehicle registration, your voter registration, or your address with the IRS. You will need to update each of these separately if your address changed.
To update your vehicle registration, go to the same driver's license office or use the online renewal system on the DHSMV website. To update your voter registration, contact your county supervisor of elections office or use the Florida voter registration website. To update your address with the IRS, file Form 8822 or change it through your IRS online account if you have one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to pay to change my address on my Florida license?
No. Changing your address costs nothing whether you do it online, in person, or by mail. You only pay a fee if you are renewing your license at the same time, which costs $48 for an eight-year license.
Can I change my address online if I have a Real ID license?
Yes. Real ID licenses can have their address changed online through gorenew.com just like standard licenses. The process is the same, and you do not need to bring any additional documents.
What if I moved and do not have proof of my new address yet?
A signed letter from your landlord or property manager on their letterhead works as proof. If you own your home and have not received a property tax bill or mortgage statement yet, a utility bill in your name or a letter from your bank or insurance company dated within 60 days is acceptable.
How long does it take to get my new license card in the mail after I change my address in person?
Your new license card arrives within 7 to 10 business days after you visit the office. Your old card remains valid for identification during this time.
If I change my address online, will my physical license card show the new address?
No. Your physical card will still show your old address until your license expires and you renew it. However, the DHSMV system and law enforcement records will show your new address when ready.