Mississippi lets you renew your driver's license online if you meet certain conditions

You can renew your Mississippi driver's license through the Department of Public Safety website without visiting a driver's license office, but only if your license is not expired by more than one year and you have no medical suspensions or restrictions that need updating. The online renewal process takes about 10 minutes and costs the same as renewing in person. Your new license will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days.

Not everyone can use the online system. If your license expired more than 12 months ago, if you need to change your address, if you wear corrective lenses and want to update that information, or if you have any active medical holds, you must renew in person at a driver's license office instead.

Key Takeaways

  • Online renewal works only if your license expired within the last 12 months and you have no medical suspensions or address changes.
  • You will need your current or expired license number, Social Security number, and a valid payment method to complete the online process.
  • The renewal fee is the same online or in person, and your new license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
  • If you cannot renew online, you must visit a driver's license office in person with your current or expired license and proof of residency.

What you need before you start the online renewal

Gather these items before you go to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website to renew. You will need your driver's license number (from your current or expired license), your Social Security number, and your date of birth. You will also need a valid credit or debit card to pay the renewal fee.

Check that your address on file is still correct. If you have moved since your last license was issued, you cannot complete the renewal online—you will have to go to a driver's license office in person and bring proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease agreement dated within the last 60 days.

Steps to renew online through the Mississippi DPS website

Go to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety online services portal. Look for the driver's license renewal option and select it. You will be asked to enter your license number, Social Security number, and date of birth to verify your identity.

Review the information the system pulls up from your record. Confirm that your name, address, and any restrictions or endorsements are correct. If anything is wrong, stop and visit a driver's license office instead—you cannot fix errors online. Once you confirm everything is accurate, proceed to payment. Enter your credit or debit card information and submit the renewal.

You will receive a confirmation number on screen. Write it down or take a screenshot. The system will also send a confirmation email to the address on file. Your new license will be mailed to your address within 7 to 10 business days. You can continue to drive on your expired license until the new one arrives.

When you must renew in person at a driver's license office

If your license expired more than one year ago, the online system will not let you renew. You must visit a driver's license office in person. Bring your expired license, proof of residency (a utility bill, lease, or bank statement dated within 60 days), and your Social Security card or a document showing your Social Security number.

You also cannot renew online if you have any medical suspensions, if you need to add or remove corrective lens restrictions, if you want to change your address, or if you need to add or remove any endorsements such as a motorcycle endorsement. In all these cases, visit a driver's license office. You can find the office nearest you and check its hours on the Mississippi DPS website.

What happens after you submit your online renewal

Once your renewal is processed, your new license is printed and mailed to the address on file. Standard mail delivery takes 7 to 10 business days. During this time, your expired license remains valid for driving. You do not need to do anything else—just wait for the new license to arrive.

If you do not receive your new license within 10 business days, contact the Mississippi Department of Public Safety with your confirmation number. They can check the status of your renewal and tell you whether there was a problem with the mailing address or payment.

Renewal fees and payment methods

The renewal fee for a four-year driver's license in Mississippi is $24. A six-year license costs $36. The fee is the same whether you renew online or in person. The online system accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. There are no additional processing fees for paying online.

Keep your confirmation number and the receipt from your payment. If there is ever a question about whether your renewal went through, you will need this information to prove you paid.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew online if my license is suspended?

No. If your license has any active suspension—medical, administrative, or otherwise—you cannot renew online. You must visit a driver's license office in person. The office staff can tell you whether the suspension can be lifted and what you need to do.

What if I moved and need to change my address?

You cannot change your address during an online renewal. You must visit a driver's license office in person and bring proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease dated within the last 60 days. You can update your address and renew your license at the same visit.

How long is my expired license valid for driving while I wait for the new one?

Your expired license remains valid for driving until your new license arrives by mail. Once the new license is in your possession, the old one is no longer valid. You should carry the new license with you once it arrives.

What if my payment is declined during online renewal?

If your card is declined, the system will tell you when ready and will not process the renewal. Check that your card number, expiration date, and security code are correct, then try again. If the problem continues, use a different card or visit a driver's license office in person to renew.

Can I renew online if I wear glasses or contacts?

You can renew online only if your corrective lens restriction has not changed. If you no longer need glasses, or if you now need them when you did not before, you must renew in person so the office can update your vision information and restriction code.