Where to go and what to bring
To replace a driver's license in Utah, you will visit a Driver License Division office in person. Utah does not allow you to replace a license by mail or online. You can find the office nearest you on the Utah Department of Public Safety website — there are locations in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, St. George, and several smaller cities.
Bring these documents: your current driver's license (if you still have it), a form of government-issued photo ID if your license is lost or stolen, and proof of your Social Security number. A Social Security card works, but so does a W-2, tax return, or 1099 form. You will also need proof of your current Utah address — a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days.
If your license was lost or stolen, you do not need a police report, but you will need to tell the clerk which one happened. If your license was damaged, bring it with you so the clerk can see the damage.
Key Takeaways
- You must visit a Driver License Division office in person; replacements cannot be done by mail or online in Utah.
- Bring your current license (or a photo ID if it is lost), proof of your Social Security number, and proof of your current address dated within 60 days.
- The replacement fee is $30 for a standard license, and you will receive a temporary paper license on the spot.
- Your permanent license will arrive by mail within 10 to 15 business days, and you can use the temporary license to drive when ready.
- If you need your license faster, you can request expedited processing for an additional fee, though this is rarely necessary since the temporary license is valid right away.
What the replacement costs and what you get
The replacement fee is $30 for a standard driver's license. This is the same whether your license was lost, stolen, or damaged. If your license expired while it was lost, you will pay the replacement fee only — you do not pay a separate renewal fee.
When you pay and complete the transaction, the clerk will print a temporary paper license on the spot. This temporary license is valid for driving when ready and will work for all the same purposes as your plastic license — traffic stops, age verification, and identification. You can drive that day.
Your permanent plastic license will be mailed to the address you provide. Standard processing takes 10 to 15 business days. If you need it faster, you can pay an additional $15 for expedited processing, which takes 5 to 7 business days. Most people do not need expedited processing because the temporary license works right away.
How to find your nearest office and what hours to expect
The Utah Department of Public Safety website lists all Driver License Division locations with their hours. Most offices are open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., but some locations have different hours or limited weekend availability. Call ahead or check the website before you go, because hours can change and some offices close for lunch.
Offices in larger cities like Salt Lake City and Ogden tend to have longer hours and more staff, so wait times are usually shorter. Smaller offices may have a wait, especially on Fridays. If you go early in the week or early in the morning, you will typically wait less time.
You do not need an appointment at most offices, but some locations now offer online appointment scheduling. Check your local office's page to see if you can reserve a time slot. If appointments are available, booking one will save you time.
If your license was lost or stolen
Tell the clerk at the Driver License Division office whether your license was lost or stolen. You do not need a police report to get a replacement. The clerk will note this in the system, and your old license number will be deactivated so it cannot be used fraudulently.
If you are concerned about identity theft because your license was stolen along with other documents, you may want to place a fraud alert with the credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) or freeze your credit. These steps are separate from replacing your license, but they can protect you if someone tries to open accounts in your name. The Federal Trade Commission website has instructions for both.
If your license is expired or will expire soon
If your license expired while it was lost or damaged, you can still replace it for the $30 replacement fee. You do not need to renew it separately. The new license you receive will have a new expiration date — typically eight years from the date you replace it for a standard license.
If your license is not yet expired but will expire within the next few months, you have a choice: replace it now for $30, or wait and renew it when it expires. Renewal costs $30 as well, so there is no cost difference. If you replace it now, you will get a new license sooner. If you wait, you will have two licenses for a short time (the old one and the new one), which is harmless but unnecessary.
What to do if you cannot find the documents you need
If you do not have a Social Security card or tax document, call the Driver License Division office before you go. They can tell you what other documents they will accept as proof of your Social Security number. Some offices accept a letter from the Social Security Administration, a hospital birth record, or a school enrollment record.
If you do not have proof of your current address, a utility bill or lease is easiest, but you can also use a recent bank statement, insurance policy, or vehicle registration. The document must be dated within the last 60 days and show your name and current address. If you just moved and do not have a document yet, ask the clerk what you can bring — some offices will accept a signed lease or a letter from your landlord.
If you lost your current license and do not have another photo ID, bring your Social Security card or tax document plus your address proof. The clerk will use these to verify your identity. This takes a few extra minutes but is a normal situation.
After you receive your new license in the mail
Your new plastic license will arrive at the address you provided, usually within 10 to 15 business days. Once it arrives, you can throw away the temporary paper license — it is no longer needed. Your new license is valid when ready upon arrival.
If your new license does not arrive within 20 business days, contact the Driver License Division office where you applied. They can check the status and reissue it if there was a problem with the mailing. Keep the temporary license until the plastic one arrives, in case you need to prove you have a valid license.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace my license if I do not have my Social Security number memorized?
You do not need to memorize it. Bring a document that shows it: your Social Security card, a W-2, a tax return, or a 1099 form. The clerk will copy or photograph the document. If you do not have any of these, call the office ahead of time to ask what else they will accept.
What if the address on my old license is different from where I live now?
Tell the clerk your current address, and they will update it on your new license. Bring proof of your current address dated within the last 60 days. Your new license will show the new address.
Can I get a replacement license the same day I explore?
You will receive a temporary paper license the same day you explore, and you can drive with it when ready. Your permanent plastic license arrives by mail in 10 to 15 business days. If you pay for expedited processing, it arrives in 5 to 7 business days, but most people do not need this because the temporary license works right away.
What if I lost my license out of state and I am in Utah now?
You can replace it at any Utah Driver License Division office. Bring the same documents you would bring if you lost it in Utah: proof of your Social Security number, proof of your current address, and a photo ID if you do not have your license. Your new license will be a Utah license.
Do I have to replace my license in person, or can someone else do it for me?
You must appear in person at the Driver License Division office. The clerk needs to verify your identity and take a new photo. No one can do this for you by proxy or power of attorney.