You can renew your Mississippi driver's license online if your license is still valid or expired less than two years ago
Mississippi allows online renewal through the Department of Public Safety website. You will need your current driver's license number, Social Security number, and a valid payment method. The process takes about 10 minutes, and your renewed license will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days.
Online renewal works only if you meet specific conditions: your license must not be suspended or revoked, you cannot have any outstanding violations or fines, and you must be renewing before your license expires or within two years after expiration. If your license has been expired longer than two years, you will need to renew in person at a Driver Services office.
Key Takeaways
- Mississippi's online renewal system is available through the Department of Public Safety website and costs the same as in-person renewal.
- You need your current license number, Social Security number, and a debit or credit card to complete the process online.
- Your renewed license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days; you can continue driving on your current license until the new one arrives.
- Online renewal is not available if your license is suspended, revoked, or expired more than two years ago.
- If you need to change your address, add a Real ID endorsement, or update your photo, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office.
What you need before you start the online renewal
Gather these items before you begin: your current Mississippi driver's license, your Social Security number, and a debit or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover). You will also need a valid email address where you can receive your renewal confirmation.
Check that your current address on file with the Department of Public Safety is correct. If you have moved since your last license was issued, you cannot update your address online—you will need to renew in person. The same applies if you want to add a Real ID endorsement (the gold star on your license) or update your photograph.
Steps to renew online through the Mississippi Department of Public Safety
Go to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website and look for the Driver Services section. Select "Renew Driver's License Online" from the menu. You will be taken to a find portal where you enter your driver's license number and Social Security number to verify your identity.
Review the information the system displays—your name, date of birth, address, and license class. Confirm that everything is correct. If any information is wrong, stop and contact a Driver Services office to make corrections before you renew online, because you cannot change details through the online system.
Answer the vision and medical history questions on the form. These are the same questions you would answer at an in-person renewal. Select your license class and any endorsements you currently hold (such as motorcycle or commercial endorsements). Enter your payment information and submit your process.
You will receive a confirmation number and an email receipt. Keep this confirmation number in case you need to check on your renewal status. Your new license will be mailed to the address on file.
How long renewal takes and when you get your new license
Processing takes 7 to 10 business days after the Department of Public Safety receives your process. You can continue to drive on your current license during this time—you do not need to wait for the new one to arrive before driving.
The Department of Public Safety mails licenses from a central location, so delivery time depends on your distance from Jackson. Most people receive their renewed license within 10 to 14 days total from the date they submit online. If you do not receive your license within three weeks, contact a Driver Services office with your confirmation number.
When you cannot renew online and must go in person
You must renew at a Driver Services office if your license is suspended or revoked, if you have outstanding traffic violations or unpaid fines, or if your license expired more than two years ago. You also cannot renew online if you need to change your address, add or remove endorsements, update your photograph, or add a Real ID endorsement.
If you are under 21 years old, you must renew in person because the system requires an in-person verification. The same applies if you are renewing a commercial driver's license (CDL)—CDL renewals must be done at a Driver Services office.
What happens after your renewed license arrives
Your new license is valid for four years from the date of issue (or until age 21 if you are under 21 at renewal). Destroy your old license by cutting it in half or shredding it—do not throw it away intact, because it contains your personal information.
If your new license is damaged when it arrives, or if you notice an error on it, contact a Driver Services office. You can request a replacement at no additional cost if the error was made by the department. If the damage is your fault, a replacement costs the same as a renewal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my license online if it is already expired?
Yes, as long as it expired less than two years ago. If your license has been expired for more than two years, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office. The online system will tell you when ready if your license is too old to renew online.
What if I moved and need to change my address?
You cannot change your address through online renewal. You must go to a Driver Services office in person to update your address and renew your license at the same time. Bring your current license and proof of your new address, such as a utility bill or lease.
Do I need a Real ID to renew online?
No. Real ID is optional in Mississippi. If you want to add the Real ID gold star to your license, you must renew in person and bring documents that prove your identity, Social Security number, and current address. Online renewal cannot add Real ID.
What if the online system says I cannot renew?
The system will block your renewal if your license is suspended, revoked, or expired more than two years. It will also block you if you have outstanding violations or fines. Contact a Driver Services office to resolve the issue before you can renew. Bring your license and any court documents related to the suspension or violation.
Can I renew my commercial driver's license online?
No. Commercial driver's licenses (CDL) must be renewed in person at a Driver Services office. You will need to pass a vision test and answer medical history questions in front of an examiner. Bring your current CDL and any required medical certificates.