You can change your address online, by mail, or in person at a Georgia DDS office

Georgia allows you to update your address without renewing your license. The fastest route is the online system at dds.georgia.gov, which takes about 10 minutes and costs nothing. If you prefer not to use the website, you can mail a form to your local DDS office or walk in with your current license and proof of your new address.

Your address change takes effect when ready online or the same day in person. By mail, allow 7 to 10 business days for processing. You do not need to take a new photo or pass a vision test — this is a straightforward record update, not a renewal.

Key Takeaways

  • The online method at dds.georgia.gov is the fastest and requires only your license number, date of birth, and new address.
  • In-person changes at any DDS office take minutes and need your current license plus one document showing your new address, such as a utility bill or lease.
  • Mailing a form (DL 43) to your local DDS office works but takes 7 to 10 business days and requires the same proof of address.
  • You do not pay a fee for an address change, and your license number and expiration date stay the same.

Changing your address online

Go to dds.georgia.gov and select "Change Address" from the driver's license section. You will need your current Georgia license number, your date of birth, and your new street address. The system will ask you to confirm your identity by answering security questions based on your DDS records.

Once you submit, the change is recorded when ready. You do not receive a confirmation letter in the mail — your updated address is live in the Georgia system right away. If you need proof that the change went through, you can log back into the DDS website and view your record.

Changing your address in person at a DDS office

Bring your current Georgia driver's license and one document that shows your new address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail with your name and address. The document must be dated within the last 60 days.

Walk up to the counter at any DDS office in Georgia — you do not need an appointment for an address change. The clerk will update your record on the spot, and you walk out with your license showing the new address. The whole process takes 5 to 10 minutes. There is no fee.

Changing your address by mail

read or request form DL 43 (Address Change Request) from dds.georgia.gov or call your local DDS office to have one mailed to you. Fill in your current license number, your new address, and sign the form. Include a copy of one document showing your new address — the same documents accepted in person work by mail (utility bill, lease, bank statement, or similar).

Mail the form and your proof of address to your local DDS office. You can find the mailing address for your county on the DDS website. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days. You will not receive a new license card — your existing card remains valid with the old address printed on it until it expires, but your record in the system will show the new address.

What counts as proof of your new address

Georgia accepts documents dated within the last 60 days that show your name and new street address. A utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet) is the most common choice. A lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, or bank statement also work. Government mail such as a tax notice or voter registration card is acceptable.

A piece of mail addressed to you at your new address, even if it is junk mail, counts as long as it is dated recently. A post office change-of-address form does not count by itself — you need an actual document with your name and address on it. If you are moving and do not yet have a document in your name at the new address, wait until you receive one before changing your license address.

When your address change takes effect

Online changes are when ready. Your address is updated in the Georgia DDS system the moment you submit the form, and law enforcement can see the new address if they run your license. In-person changes also take effect the same day. By mail, allow 7 to 10 business days from the time the DDS office receives your form.

Your physical license card will still show your old address until it expires and you renew it. This does not matter — the address in the system is what counts for traffic stops, vehicle registration, and official records. You do not need to carry proof of the change with you, but if you want documentation, print or screenshot your online DDS record after making the change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to change my address on my license if I move?

Georgia law requires you to notify the DDS of a change of address within 30 days of moving. You will not face a penalty for a few days late, but updating promptly keeps your record accurate for vehicle registration, voter rolls, and official mail from the state.

Can I change my address if my license is expired?

No. You must have a valid, unexpired Georgia license to change the address online or by mail. If your license is expired, you will need to renew it first, which requires a visit to a DDS office with your documents. You can update your address as part of the renewal process.

What if I moved out of state?

If you no longer live in Georgia, you should not update your Georgia address to an out-of-state address. Instead, explore for a driver's license in your new state. You can keep your Georgia license as a valid ID, but it should reflect a Georgia address or be surrendered to the DDS.

Will changing my address affect my vehicle registration?

Your vehicle registration is separate from your driver's license. Changing your license address does not automatically update your vehicle registration. You will need to update your vehicle address separately through the Georgia Department of Revenue if you want your registration to match your new address.

Can someone else change my address for me?

No. You must make the change yourself online, in person, or by signing the mailed form. A family member or representative cannot change your address without your signature and license information.