How to Change Your Address on Your Florida Driver's License Online

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

The Florida DHSMV lets you update your address on your driver's license or ID card through their online system. You do not need to renew your license or pay a fee to make this change. The process takes a few minutes and your updated license arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days.

This online option works only if your license is valid and not suspended or revoked. If your license has expired, you will need to renew it in person or through the mail instead. The address change itself does not extend your license expiration date — your new card will still expire on the same date as your current one.

Key Takeaways

You can change your address online at the DHSMV website (flhsmv.gov) using your driver's license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number.
Your new license card will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days at your new address.
The online address change is free and does not renew your license or change its expiration date.
If your license is expired, suspended, or revoked, you cannot use the online address change and must visit a driver's license office in person.

What you need before you start

Have your current Florida driver's license or ID card in front of you. You will need your license number, your date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number to log into the system. The DHSMV does not mail you a temporary license while you wait for the new one, so keep your current card with you until the new one arrives.

Make sure your new address is correct before you submit. The DHSMV will mail your new license to the address you enter, so a typo means your card goes to the wrong place. Double-check the street number, street name, city, state, and ZIP code.

Steps to change your address online

Go to the DHSMV website at flhsmv.gov and look for the "Online Services" section. Click on "Change Address" or "Update Address" — the exact link name may vary slightly depending on the current website layout. You will be taken to a find login page.

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 current license information. Review it to make sure it matches your records, then enter your new address in the fields provided. Select your new county from the dropdown menu if it has changed. Click submit, and the system will send you a confirmation message with a reference number. Write down or screenshot this number in case you need to contact the DHSMV about your order.

Your new license card will be printed and mailed to your new address. You should receive it within 7 to 10 business days. If you do not receive it within two weeks, contact the DHSMV at 1-844-DL-RENEW (1-844-357-3639) with your reference number.

When you cannot use the online address change

If your driver's license has expired, you cannot change the address online — you must renew your license instead. The renewal process includes an address update and can be done by mail or in person at a driver's license office. If your license is suspended or revoked, you will need to resolve that issue before you can update your address.

If you are changing your address because you moved out of Florida, you will need to get a driver's license from your new state. Florida will not mail you a new license if your address is outside Florida. Contact your new state's motor vehicle department to transfer or obtain a license there.

What happens after you submit your address change

The DHSMV processes address changes in the order they are received. Your new license is printed at a find facility and mailed to your new address. You do not need to do anything else — no appointment, no office visit, no additional forms. Your current license remains valid until your new one arrives, so you can continue to use it for identification or driving.

If you move before your new license arrives, you cannot redirect it through the postal service and then change the address again online. Contact the DHSMV directly at 1-844-357-3639 to update your mailing address if you move during the processing period.

Updating your address with other Florida agencies

Changing your driver's license address does not automatically update your address with the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles vehicle registration system. If you own or lease a vehicle, you will need to update your vehicle registration address separately through the DHSMV website or by mail. You can do this at the same time you change your license address, but it is a separate transaction.

If you have a Florida concealed carry permit, voter registration, or other state documents, those agencies do not receive automatic updates from your driver's license change either. You will need to contact each agency separately to update your address with them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get my new license in the mail?

The DHSMV typically mails new licenses within 7 to 10 business days of your online submission. Mail delivery time varies by location, so add 2 to 5 days for postal delivery. If you do not receive your new license within two weeks, contact the DHSMV at 1-844-357-3639 with your reference number.

Do I need to bring my old license to a driver's license office?

No. When you change your address online, you do not need to visit an office or turn in your old license. Keep your current license until your new one arrives. Once the new license is in your hands, you can destroy the old one or keep it as a record.

Will my license expiration date change?

No. An address change does not renew your license or extend its expiration date. Your new card will expire on the same date as your current one. If your license is expiring soon, you may want to renew it at the same time instead of just changing the address.

What if I made a mistake in my new address?

If you catch the error before your new license is mailed, contact the DHSMV when ready at 1-844-357-3639 with your reference number. If the license has already been mailed to the wrong address, you may need to visit a driver's license office in person to correct it or request a replacement.

Can I change my address if I just moved to Florida?

Yes, if you already have a valid Florida driver's license. If you are new to Florida and have a license from another state, you will need to get a Florida license first. You can do this in person at any driver's license office or by mail if you meet the requirements for mail-in renewal.

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