You can update your Georgia driver's license address online, by mail, or in person at a DDS office

Georgia allows you to change the address on your driver's license without renewing the entire license. The fastest route is the online system at DDS.ga.gov, which takes about 10 minutes and costs nothing. If you prefer not to use the website, you can mail a form to your regional DDS office or walk into any Driver Services location with proof of your new address.

The method you choose depends on whether you want to keep your current license number and expiration date. Online changes preserve both. Mail and in-person visits also preserve them, so there is no penalty for choosing a slower route — you are not renewing, only updating records.

Key Takeaways

  • The Georgia DDS website lets you change your address online without visiting an office or paying a fee.
  • You will need your current driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and proof of your new address to complete any method.
  • Proof of address can be a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days.
  • An address change does not renew your license or extend its expiration date — your license remains valid until its original end date.
  • If you move out of state or your license expires soon, you may need to renew instead of straightforward changing your address.

Changing your address online through the DDS website

Visit DDS.ga.gov and select "Change Address" from the Driver's License section. You will be asked to 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 record and ask you to enter your new address.

After you submit the new address, the system will confirm the change when ready. You do not need to pay anything, and your license remains valid at your old address until you receive mail from DDS confirming the update. In practice, the address change takes effect right away in the DDS database, but physical mail sent to your old address may still arrive for a few weeks.

If the online system cannot find your record or you get an error message, try again later or use the mail or in-person method instead. Some older licenses or records with name mismatches sometimes have trouble with the online portal.

Mailing a change of address form to DDS

read the Form DL 43 (Change of Address) from DDS.ga.gov or request one by calling your regional DDS office. Fill in your current license number, new address, and sign the form. Attach a copy of proof of your new address — a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days all work.

Mail the completed form and proof to the DDS office that serves your county. You can find the correct mailing address on the DDS website by entering your county. Processing by mail typically takes two to three weeks, though it can take longer during busy periods.

Keep a copy of what you mail for your records. You do not need to include payment, and you do not need to include your license itself.

Updating your address in person at a DDS office

Bring your current driver's license and proof of your new address to any Driver Services location in Georgia. The staff will update your record on the spot. You do not need to pay a fee for an address change, and you do not need an appointment at most locations, though some offices accept appointments through the DDS website.

Bring the original proof of address document or a certified copy. A utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or recent government mail all count. If your proof is older than 60 days, DDS may ask for a second document or may deny the change.

The in-person method is fastest if you need the change reflected when ready — your updated license will show the new address right away in the DDS system, and you can verify it before you leave.

What counts as proof of your new address

Georgia requires proof dated within the last 60 days. Acceptable documents include a utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet), a lease or rental agreement, a mortgage statement, property tax bill, homeowners insurance declaration, or mail from a government agency. The document must show your name and the new address.

If you just moved and have not received any mail at the new address yet, a lease or rental agreement signed by both you and the landlord works even if it is dated before you moved in. A mortgage closing statement also works. If you are staying with family or in temporary housing and do not have a document in your name, ask DDS what alternative they will accept — some offices have flexibility for people in transition.

When you need to renew instead of just changing your address

An address change is different from a renewal. If your license expires within the next 30 days, you should renew instead of changing your address, because you will have to renew soon anyway. If you move out of state, you must get a new license from that state — you cannot straightforward change the address on a Georgia license.

If your name has changed since you got your current license, you will need to renew and provide a name change document (marriage certificate, court order, or divorce decree) rather than just changing your address. The same applies if your license is suspended, revoked, or expired.

How long the address change takes to show up everywhere

The DDS database updates when ready when you change your address online or in person. However, other agencies and businesses may take longer to receive the update. Your vehicle registration, insurance company, and voter registration will not automatically update — you may need to contact them separately to change your address on those records.

If you are stopped by police before the address change fully processes, your old address will still appear on your license printout, but officers can see the updated address in the DDS system. This is not a problem, but it can be confusing. If you changed your address online and want when ready confirmation, you can print a copy of the confirmation page from the DDS website.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Georgia law requires you to notify DDS of a change of address within a reasonable time after you move. There is no specific important date, but updating within 30 days is the safest approach. Driving with an outdated address on your license is not itself a crime, but it can complicate traffic stops or insurance claims.

Will changing my address renew my license or extend the expiration date?

No. An address change does not renew your license or change its expiration date. Your license remains valid until the date printed on it, regardless of when you change your address. If your license expires soon, you should renew at the same time or instead of changing your address.

What if I do not have a utility bill or lease in my name yet?

A mortgage closing statement, property tax bill, or government mail (tax return, court document, voter registration) all count as proof of address. If you have none of these, ask the DDS office what alternative documents they will accept — some offices can work with a signed lease even if it is not yet dated, or a letter from a landlord on letterhead.

Can I change my address online if I have an out-of-state license?

No. The online system only works for current Georgia licenses. If you moved to Georgia from another state, you must get a Georgia license first. If you moved out of Georgia, you must get a license from your new state — you cannot update a Georgia license for an out-of-state address.

How do I know if my online address change went through?

The DDS website will show a confirmation message when ready after you submit. You can also log back into your DDS account to verify the new address appears in your record. If you want a printed copy, take a screenshot of the confirmation page or print it directly from your browser.