Mississippi lets you renew online if your license is not suspended and you meet a few basic requirements
You can renew your Mississippi driver's license online through the Department of Public Safety website if your license is still valid (not expired by more than a year) and you have not had any suspensions or restrictions added since you got it. The process takes about 10 minutes, costs $31.50, and you will receive your new license by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
You cannot renew online if your license is suspended, if you need to change your address or name, if you wear corrective lenses and your vision has changed, or if you are renewing after a suspension or revocation. In those cases, you must visit a Driver Services office in person.
Key Takeaways
- Online renewal works only if your current license is valid, not suspended, and you have no new restrictions since you last renewed.
- You will need your current license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and a valid payment method (debit or credit card) to complete the process online.
- The renewal fee is $31.50 and must be paid by card at the time you submit your process.
- Your new license arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days; you can continue driving on your current license until the new one arrives.
- If you have a suspension, conviction, or address change, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office instead.
Step-by-step process for renewing online
Go to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website and select the online renewal option. You will be taken to a find portal where you enter your driver's license number and the last four digits of your Social Security number to verify your identity.
Review the information on file — your name, address, date of birth, and license class. If any of this information is incorrect, stop and visit a Driver Services office instead; you cannot change it online. If everything matches, confirm that you still meet the vision and medical requirements for your license class, then proceed to payment.
Enter your debit or credit card information and submit the $31.50 renewal fee. You will receive a confirmation number when ready. Save or print this number; you may need it if you have questions about your renewal status.
What happens after you submit your online renewal
The Department of Public Safety processes online renewals within one to two business days. Your new license is then printed and mailed to the address on file. Standard mail delivery takes 5 to 8 additional business days, so plan for 7 to 10 business days total from the time you submit.
You can continue driving on your current license while you wait for the new one to arrive. Your current license remains valid until its expiration date, even after you have renewed online. There is no need to visit an office or show proof of renewal.
When you must renew in person instead
If your license is suspended or revoked, you cannot renew online. You must visit a Driver Services office and resolve the suspension first. Suspensions in Mississippi are usually tied to unpaid traffic fines, failure to appear in court, or failure to maintain insurance — the office can tell you what is holding your license and what you need to do.
You also must renew in person if you need to change your name, address, or license class; if your vision has changed and you now need or no longer need corrective lenses; if you have a medical condition that affects your ability to drive; or if you are renewing after a suspension or revocation has been lifted. In any of these cases, make an appointment at your nearest Driver Services office.
How to find your Driver Services office and make an appointment
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety operates Driver Services offices in most counties. Visit the department's website and use the office locator to find the one nearest you. Many offices now require appointments, especially after hours have been reduced in some locations.
Call the office directly to schedule an appointment or check whether walk-ins are accepted. Bring your current driver's license, proof of residency (a utility bill or lease dated within the last 60 days), and your Social Security card or a document showing your full Social Security number. If you are renewing after a suspension, bring proof that the suspension has been lifted.
What to do if your online renewal is rejected
If the system rejects your renewal, you will see a message explaining why. Common reasons include a suspension on your record, an address mismatch, or a vision or medical flag in your file. Do not try to renew again online — the system will reject it for the same reason.
Contact the Mississippi Department of Public Safety directly to find out what is blocking your renewal. If it is a suspension, ask what you need to do to clear it. If it is an address or name mismatch, you will need to visit an office in person to correct it. If it is a vision or medical issue, you may need to pass a vision test or provide a doctor's statement before you can renew.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew online if my license expired more than a year ago?
No. If your license has been expired for more than one year, you must renew in person at a Driver Services office. You will need to pass a vision test and may need to retake the written test depending on how long it has been expired.
What if I moved and need to update my address?
You cannot change your address online during renewal. You must visit a Driver Services office in person with proof of your new address (utility bill, lease, or bank statement dated within 60 days). Bring your current license and Social Security card.
How do I check the status of my renewed license after I submit online?
Use the confirmation number you received when you submitted your renewal to check the status on the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website. Most renewals process within one to two business days, then take 5 to 8 days to arrive by mail.
Can I renew online if I have a medical condition that affects my driving?
No. If you have a new or worsening medical condition, you must renew in person so the office can assess whether you are still safe to drive. Bring any relevant medical documentation your doctor has provided.
What if my card is declined when I try to pay the renewal fee?
The system will tell you the payment failed and will not process your renewal. Try again with a different card, or visit a Driver Services office to renew in person and pay by cash, check, or card.