What documents you need to bring

To change your address on a Florida driver's license, you need two things: proof of your new Florida address and your current driver's license. You do not need to take a new photo or pass a test — this is a straightforward address update.

For proof of address, Florida accepts documents dated within the last 60 days. The most common options are a utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet), a lease or mortgage statement, a property tax bill, or a bank or credit card statement showing your new address. A government check or tax return also works. The document must show your name and your new address clearly.

Bring the original document or a certified copy — a photocopy alone is not enough. If the document is in a different name (for example, your spouse's name on the utility bill), you will also need to bring proof that you live there, such as a notarized letter from the person whose name is on the bill.

Key Takeaways

  • You need your current Florida driver's license and one document showing your new address dated within the last 60 days, such as a utility bill or lease.
  • You can change your address in person at any Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles office, by mail, or online through the Florida DHSMV website if you meet certain conditions.
  • An in-person address change takes about 15 to 30 minutes and costs nothing if you do not request a replacement card.
  • If you change your address by mail, include a completed Form HSMV 82053 along with copies of your documents and your current license.
  • Your new license will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days if you request a replacement card, or your address updates when ready if you change it online.

Changing your address in person at a Florida DHSMV office

Walk into any Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles office with your current license and proof of address. Tell the clerk you want to update your address. They will verify your documents, update your record in the system, and hand you a receipt showing your new address.

If you do not request a replacement card, there is no fee and you leave with your old card and a receipt. Your address is updated in the system when ready. If you want a new card printed with your new address, the fee is $25. The new card arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.

Office wait times vary by location and time of day. Many offices are busiest on weekday mornings and Saturdays. You can find your nearest office and current wait times on the Florida DHSMV website.

Changing your address by mail

Fill out Form HSMV 82053, which you can read from the Florida DHSMV website or request by phone at 1-844-DL-RENEW (1-844-357-3639). Include a copy of your current driver's license and a copy of your proof of address document. Do not send original documents — copies are sufficient.

Mail the form and copies to the address listed on the form. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days. You will receive a receipt by mail confirming your address change. Your old license remains valid; your address updates in the system without a new card being issued.

If you want a replacement card with your new address printed on it, include a check or money order for $25 with your mailed form. The new card will arrive separately, also within 7 to 10 business days.

Changing your address online

You can update your address through the Florida DHSMV website if your license is not expired and you have not changed your address in the past 12 months. Log in with your driver's license number and date of birth. You will need to enter your new address and verify it with a document number from your proof of address (such as a utility account number or mortgage loan number).

The online process takes about 5 minutes. Your address updates in the system when ready, and you receive an email confirmation. You do not get a new physical card unless you request one and pay the $25 fee. If you do request a replacement card online, it arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.

If your license is expired or you changed your address within the past year, you must use the in-person or mail method instead.

What happens if your proof of address document is not in your name

If the utility bill or lease is in your spouse's name, a parent's name, or someone else's name, bring that document along with a notarized letter from the person whose name appears on it. The letter should state that you live at that address. Some offices will also accept a lease with both names, or a mortgage statement showing you as a co-owner.

Call your local DHSMV office before you go to confirm what they will accept in your specific situation. Requirements can vary slightly between offices.

Changing your address if you recently moved to Florida

If you just moved to Florida from another state and have a valid out-of-state driver's license, you can update your address on your Florida license the same way. Bring your current out-of-state license and your proof of Florida address to any DHSMV office, or use the mail or online method.

Your out-of-state license remains valid until it expires. You do not have to exchange it for a Florida license when ready, but if you want a Florida license, you will need to pass a vision test and provide proof of Social Security number and citizenship or legal residency status. That is a separate process from a straightforward address change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to bring my Social Security card or birth certificate to change my address?

No. An address change requires only your current driver's license and proof of your new address. You do not need to provide Social Security number, birth certificate, or citizenship documents for an address-only update.

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

Florida will not accept documents dated more than 60 days before your visit. If your document is older, bring a newer one instead. If you do not have a recent document in your name, contact your utility company or bank to request a current statement, or ask a household member whose name is on a recent bill to provide a notarized letter confirming you live there.

Can I change my address online if my license expires in the next few months?

Yes, as long as your license is not already expired. An upcoming expiration date does not prevent an online address change. However, if you want to renew your license at the same time, you will need to do that as a separate transaction, either in person or by mail.

How long does it take to get my new card if I request one?

New cards arrive by mail in 7 to 10 business days. During that time, your old card remains valid. If you need to drive before the new card arrives, your old license with the receipt showing your address change is acceptable proof of your updated address.

Is there a fee to change my address?

There is no fee to update your address in the system. If you request a replacement card with your new address printed on it, the fee is $25. If you do not request a new card, the address change is free.