How to Renew Your Missouri Driver's License

Where to renew and what documents you need

You can renew your Missouri driver's license in person at any Missouri Department of Revenue office, or online through the state's website if you meet certain conditions. The in-person route works for everyone; the online route is faster but only available if your license is not expired by more than five years, you have no medical restrictions, and your address hasn't changed.

For an in-person renewal, bring your current driver's license, proof of residency (a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement dated within 90 days), and your Social Security number. If you've changed your name since your last license, bring a certified copy of the document that shows the change — a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order. You do not need to bring your birth certificate unless you're renewing for the first time or your license was lost or stolen.

For an online renewal through dmv.mo.gov, you'll need your current license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and a valid email address. The system will verify your information against state records. Online renewals take about 10 business days; your new license will arrive by mail.

Key Takeaways

Missouri allows online renewal if your license expired less than five years ago, you have no medical restrictions, and your address hasn't changed.
In-person renewal at a Department of Revenue office requires your current license, proof of residency dated within 90 days, and your Social Security number.
The fee for a standard five-year renewal is $11.50 in Missouri; an eight-year renewal costs $24.
If you renew online, your new license arrives by mail in about 10 business days; in-person renewals are usually processed the same day.
You can renew up to one year before your license expires, so you don't have to wait until the last minute.

In-person renewal at a Department of Revenue office

Walk into any Missouri Department of Revenue office with your documents and you can usually complete the renewal in one visit. Bring your current license, proof of residency (utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement from the last 90 days), and know your Social Security number. If you want to change your address, bring the proof of residency for your new address instead.

You'll fill out form DL 44 (process for Missouri Driver's License or Instruction Permit) at the office. The staff will take a new photo unless you request to keep your current one — most people do not. You'll pay the renewal fee at the counter. A standard five-year renewal costs $11.50; if you want an eight-year license, it costs $24. Your new license is usually ready the same day or within a few days.

Department of Revenue offices are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and some locations have Saturday hours. Wait times vary by location and time of day. You can find your nearest office and check current wait times on the Missouri Department of Revenue website.

Online renewal through the Missouri website

Start at dmv.mo.gov and select "Renew Driver's License" from the main menu. You'll need your current license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and a valid email address. The system will ask you to confirm your address, name, and other information on file.

Online renewal is only available if all of these are true: your license expired less than five years ago, you have no medical restrictions or special endorsements on your license, your address has not changed, and you are not renewing a commercial driver's license. If any of these don't explore to you, you must renew in person.

After you submit your information online, the state will send you a confirmation email. Your new license will arrive by mail in about 10 business days. You can continue to drive on your current license until the new one arrives.

Renewing a commercial driver's license (CDL)

Commercial driver's licenses cannot be renewed online in Missouri. You must go to a Department of Revenue office in person. Bring your current CDL, proof of residency, your Social Security number, and a valid medical certificate from a certified medical examiner if your CDL requires one.

You'll complete form DL 44 and may be asked to take a new written test or skills test depending on your endorsements and how long it's been since your last renewal. The fee for a five-year CDL renewal is $11.50; an eight-year renewal is $24. Processing usually takes the same day or a few days.

What to do if your license is expired by more than five years

If your Missouri license has been expired for more than five years, you cannot use the online renewal process. You must renew in person at a Department of Revenue office. Bring your expired license, proof of residency, and your Social Security number.

You'll fill out form DL 44 and take a new photo. Depending on how long your license has been expired, you may be asked to retake the written test or vision test. The renewal fee is the same as a standard renewal: $11.50 for five years or $24 for eight years.

Changing your address during renewal

You can change your address when you renew, whether you renew online or in person. If you renew online, the system will ask you to confirm or update your address. If you renew in person, bring proof of residency for your new address (a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement dated within 90 days) instead of proof for your old address.

If you've moved but don't want to renew your license yet, you can change your address separately at a Department of Revenue office without renewing. Bring your current license and proof of residency for your new address. There is no fee to change your address alone.

Renewing before your license expires

You can renew your Missouri driver's license up to one year before it expires. This is useful if you're planning a trip or want to avoid a last-minute rush. The expiration date on your new license will be five or eight years from the date you renew, not from the date your old license was set to expire.

For example, if your license expires on June 15, 2025, and you renew it on March 15, 2025, your new license will expire five or eight years from March 15, 2025 — not from June 15, 2025. Plan accordingly if you want your renewal to align with a specific date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew my license if I have an outstanding traffic ticket or fine?

Missouri does not automatically block license renewal for unpaid traffic fines. However, if a court has suspended your license for non-payment, you cannot renew until the suspension is lifted. Contact the court that issued the ticket to find out your status.

What if my name has changed since my last license?

Bring a certified copy of the document that shows your name change — a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order. You can renew in person or online if you meet the other online renewal requirements. If you renew online, upload a photo of the name-change document.

Do I need to take a new photo when I renew?

The Department of Revenue will take a new photo at the time of renewal unless you request to keep your current one. You can ask to keep your old photo when you renew in person or during the online process.

How long does it take to get my new license after I renew?

In-person renewals are usually processed the same day or within a few days. Online renewals take about 10 business days for your new license to arrive by mail. You can drive on your current license until the new one arrives.

What if I lost my license and need to renew at the same time?

You cannot renew online if your license is lost. Go to a Department of Revenue office in person with proof of residency and your Social Security number. You'll fill out form DL 44 and pay both the renewal fee and a replacement fee for the lost license.

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