Where to update your address

You can update your address at any Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) office in person, or online through the DHSMV website if you meet certain conditions. The online option is faster — it takes about 10 minutes — but it only works if your current license is not suspended or revoked, you have not changed your name, and your address change is within Florida.

If you need to update your address and your license is suspended, you have changed your name, or you are moving out of state, you must go to a DHSMV office in person. You can find the office nearest you on the DHSMV website by entering your county or city.

Key Takeaways

  • Online address updates take about 10 minutes and cost nothing if your license is valid and you are staying in Florida.
  • In-person updates at a DHSMV office require your current license, proof of your new address, and proof of your Social Security number or tax ID.
  • Proof of address can be a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days.
  • Your new license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days after an in-person update; online updates do not produce a physical card.

Updating your address online

Go to the DHSMV website and select "Change Address Online." You will need your current Florida driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth. Enter your new address and review it for accuracy before submitting.

After you submit, you will receive a confirmation number. Write it down or take a screenshot. The update takes effect when ready for DHSMV records, but your physical license card still shows your old address. If you need a card with your new address printed on it, you must visit a DHSMV office and pay a replacement fee (the amount varies by license type, but is typically $20 to $48).

Updating your address in person at a DHSMV office

Bring your current Florida driver's license, proof of your new address, and proof of your Social Security number or tax ID. Proof of address must be dated within the last 60 days and can be a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, insurance policy, or government mail. A utility bill in your name is the most straightforward option.

Go to any DHSMV office during business hours. Most offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., though some have extended hours on certain days. You do not need an appointment at most offices, but some locations use an online reservation system — check your local office's page on the DHSMV website before you go.

Tell the clerk you want to update your address. Hand over your license and proof documents. The clerk will enter your new address into the system and take a new photo if required by your license type. You will pay a replacement fee and receive a receipt with a confirmation number.

What happens after you update

If you updated online, your address is changed in DHSMV records when ready, but your physical card is not replaced. You can use your old card for identification; the address mismatch is not a problem for most purposes, though some agencies or businesses may ask why it does not match your current residence.

If you updated in person, your new license card arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days. The card will show your new address. Until it arrives, your old license is still valid for identification purposes.

If you are moving out of state

You cannot update to an out-of-state address online. You must visit a DHSMV office in person and bring your current Florida license, proof of your new out-of-state address, and proof of your Social Security number or tax ID. The clerk will process the address change, but your license will still be a Florida license — it will not convert to another state's license.

If you plan to become a resident of another state, you will eventually need to get a license from that state. Each state has its own process and timeline for when you must switch. Check the motor vehicle department website for your new state to learn their requirements.

If your name has changed

If you changed your name since your current license was issued, you cannot update your address online. You must go to a DHSMV office in person and bring your current license, legal proof of your name change (marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order), proof of your new address, and proof of your Social Security number or tax ID.

The clerk will issue you a new license with your updated name and address. You will pay a replacement fee and receive your new card by mail in 7 to 10 business days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I update my address if my license is suspended?

No, you cannot update your address online if your license is suspended or revoked. You must visit a DHSMV office in person. Bring your current license, proof of your new address, and proof of your Social Security number. The office will update your address in the system, though your license will remain suspended until you resolve the underlying issue.

How long does an online address update take?

The online update itself takes about 10 minutes to complete. Your new address is active in DHSMV records when ready after you submit. However, if you want a new physical license card with your updated address, you must visit an office and pay a replacement fee; that card arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.

What if I do not have a utility bill as proof of address?

A utility bill is common but not required. You can also use a lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, insurance policy, or government mail dated within the last 60 days. The document must show your name and your new address. If you have none of these, contact your local DHSMV office to ask what other documents they will accept.

Do I need an appointment at the DHSMV office?

Most DHSMV offices do not require appointments for address updates. However, some locations use an online reservation system. Check your local office's page on the DHSMV website before you go. If appointments are available, booking one can reduce your wait time.

Will my old license still work after I update my address?

Yes. If you updated online, your old card is still valid for identification even though it shows your old address. If you updated in person, your old card remains valid until your new card arrives by mail. After your new card arrives, the old one is no longer valid for identification purposes.