Renewing your Oregon driver's license through oregondmv.com
You can renew your Oregon driver's license online at oregondmv.com if you meet the basic requirements: your license must not be expired for more than five years, you must have a valid mailing address on file, and you cannot have any medical or legal holds on your record. The online renewal process takes about 10 minutes, costs $98 for an eight-year renewal, and your new license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
If you do not meet the online requirements — for example, if your license expired more than five years ago or you have a hold — you will need to renew in person at a DMV office or by mail. The mail-in process follows the same timeline and cost but requires you to print and mail a form instead of entering information on a screen.
Key Takeaways
- Online renewal at oregondmv.com works only if your license expired within the last five years and you have no medical or legal holds.
- An eight-year renewal costs $98 and takes 7 to 10 business days to arrive by mail after you complete the online transaction.
- You will need your current driver's license number, date of birth, and a valid mailing address to start the online process.
- If you cannot renew online, you can renew by mail using a paper form or visit a DMV office in person.
What you need before you start the online renewal
Gather your current Oregon driver's license and have it in front of you. The DMV website will ask for your license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number to verify your identity. You will also need a valid mailing address — the one where you want your new license sent.
If your address has changed since your license was issued, update it during the renewal process. The DMV will mail your new license to the address you provide, so make sure it is correct before you submit. If you are unsure whether your address is current in the DMV system, log into your account on oregondmv.com first to check.
Step-by-step: completing your renewal online
Go to oregondmv.com and select the renewal option from the main menu. You will be directed to create an account or log in if you already have one. Enter your driver's license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. The system will pull up your record and show you the information currently on file.
Review your name, address, and other details. If anything is incorrect, you can update it at this step. Confirm whether you want an eight-year renewal (the standard option) or a four-year renewal (less common and costs less, but you will renew sooner). Select your payment method — Oregon DMV accepts credit cards and debit cards online — and complete the transaction.
After payment is processed, you will receive a confirmation number on screen and by email. Write down or save this number. Your new license will be mailed to the address you provided within 7 to 10 business days. You can continue to drive on your current license until the new one arrives.
When you cannot renew online
If the oregondmv.com system tells you that you are not may be able to access for online renewal, check the reason it gives. The most common reasons are: your license expired more than five years ago, you have a medical hold or vision restriction that needs to be reviewed, you have an outstanding traffic violation or court order, or your name has changed since your license was issued.
For expired licenses older than five years, you will need to renew in person at a DMV office. Bring your expired license, proof of your current address (a utility bill or lease dated within the last 60 days), and proof of your Social Security number (a Social Security card or tax return). For name changes, you will also need a certified copy of the document that changed your name — a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.
Renewing by mail if you prefer not to go online
You can renew by mail even if you are may be able to access for online renewal. Visit oregondmv.com and read the renewal form (Form DL 43). Print it, fill it out by hand or typewriter, and mail it to the address listed on the form along with your payment. Mail renewal takes the same 7 to 10 business days as online renewal, and the cost is the same: $98 for an eight-year license.
Include a check or money order made out to "Oregon DMV" — do not send cash. Mail your completed form and payment to the address on the form. Keep a copy of the form and your payment receipt for your records. Your new license will arrive at the address you listed on the form.
What happens after you submit your renewal
Once the DMV receives and processes your renewal — whether online or by mail — your new license is printed and sent to you by mail. You will not receive a tracking number, but standard mail delivery to Oregon addresses takes 7 to 10 business days. If you live outside Oregon, delivery may take longer.
Your current license remains valid until your new one arrives. You can drive legally on your current license during the renewal period. If you need to drive out of state or internationally before your new license arrives, your current license is still acceptable as long as it has not expired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my license if I have a suspended or revoked status?
No. If your license is suspended or revoked, you cannot renew online or by mail. You must visit a DMV office in person, and you may need to complete additional steps such as paying fines, completing a defensive driving course, or providing proof of insurance before you can renew.
What if my new license does not arrive within 10 business days?
Contact the Oregon DMV at 503-945-5000 or through oregondmv.com with your confirmation number. Have your name, date of birth, and the address where you expected the license to arrive ready. The DMV can check the status of your renewal and reissue your license if it was lost in the mail.
Do I need to take a new photo for online renewal?
No. Online and mail renewal use your existing photo from your current license. You only need a new photo if you renew in person at a DMV office or if your current license photo is more than eight years old.
Can I renew my license early, before it expires?
Yes. You can renew online or by mail up to one year before your license expires. The new license will have a new expiration date eight years (or four years, if you choose) from the date you renew, not from your current expiration date.
What if my mailing address is a PO box?
The DMV can mail your license to a PO box. Enter it exactly as you want it to appear on the form or online, including the box number. Make sure your PO box is active and that you check it regularly, since your new license will be sent there.