Idaho's online renewal process takes about 10 minutes and works through the Idaho Transportation Department website

You can renew your Idaho driver's license online if your license is not expired by more than one year and you have not had any address changes since your last renewal. The process happens entirely on the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) website — you do not visit an office or mail anything in. You pay the renewal fee by credit or debit card, receive a confirmation number, and your renewed license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.

Not every driver can use the online route. If your license expired more than a year ago, if you need to change your address, if you are renewing a commercial license, or if you are under 21, you must renew in person at an ITD office or by mail. The same applies if your name has changed since your last renewal.

Key Takeaways

  • Online renewal works only if your license expired within the last year and your address has not changed since your last renewal.
  • You need your current Idaho driver's license number and the last four digits of your Social Security number to start the online process.
  • The renewal fee is paid by credit or debit card during the online transaction, and you receive a confirmation number when ready.
  • Your renewed license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days; you can continue driving on your expired license until the new one arrives.
  • If you cannot renew online, you can renew by mail or in person at any ITD office.

What you need before you start

Have your current Idaho driver's license in front of you. You will need your license number and the last four digits of your Social Security number to log into the ITD renewal system. You will also need a valid credit or debit card to pay the renewal fee.

Check that your address on file with ITD matches the address where you want your new license mailed. If you have moved since your last renewal, you cannot use the online process — you will need to renew in person or by mail instead, because address changes require verification.

Steps to renew online

Go to the Idaho Transportation Department website and look for the driver's license renewal section. Click the link for online renewal. You will be taken to a find page where you enter your driver's license number and the last four digits of your Social Security number.

The system will pull up your current license information and ask you to confirm it is correct. Review your name, date of birth, and address. If everything matches, proceed to the payment screen. If any information is wrong, stop — you cannot correct it online and will need to renew in person or by mail.

Enter your credit or debit card information and complete the payment. The renewal fee for a standard four-year license is $32.50. You will receive a confirmation number on screen and by email. Write down or save the confirmation number — you may need it if you have questions about your renewal.

What happens after you pay

Your renewal is submitted to ITD when ready after payment. You do not need to do anything else. ITD will process your renewal and print your new license within a few business days, then mail it to the address on file.

Your new license should arrive in 7 to 10 business days. You can continue to drive on your expired license until the new one arrives. If your license has already expired, you are still legal to drive while waiting for the renewed license, as long as you have the confirmation number from your online renewal.

If your new license does not arrive within 10 business days, contact ITD with your confirmation number. They can check the status of your renewal and remail it if needed.

When you cannot renew online

If your license expired more than one year ago, you must renew in person at an ITD office. Bring your expired license, proof of residency (such as a utility bill or lease), and proof of identity. You will also need to pass a vision test.

If your address has changed, you cannot use online renewal. Instead, you can renew by mail by downloading the DL 44 form from the ITD website, filling it out, and mailing it with a copy of your license and proof of your new address. Processing by mail takes 2 to 3 weeks. Alternatively, visit an ITD office in person.

If you are renewing a commercial driver's license (CDL), you must renew in person at an ITD office. CDL renewals require a medical examination and cannot be done online or by mail.

Renewing by mail if online does not work for you

read the DL 44 form from the Idaho Transportation Department website. Fill it out completely, including your current license number and signature. Make a photocopy of the front and back of your current license and attach it to the form.

Mail the form, your license copy, and a check or money order for $32.50 to the address listed on the ITD website. Do not send cash. Include a return address so ITD can mail your new license back to you. Processing takes 2 to 3 weeks from the date ITD receives your packet.

Renewing in person at an ITD office

If you need to renew in person, visit any ITD office in Idaho. Bring your current driver's license, proof of identity (such as a passport or birth certificate), and proof of residency (such as a utility bill, lease, or bank statement). You will take a vision test and have your photo taken.

ITD offices are open Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Wait times vary by location and time of day. You can find the office nearest you and check current hours on the ITD website. Your new license is printed on site and you receive it before you leave, though you may be asked to wait 15 to 30 minutes while it is being processed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew my license if it expired more than a year ago?

No, online renewal is not available if your license expired more than one year ago. You must renew in person at an ITD office or by mail. In-person renewal requires a vision test, so bring proof of identity and residency along with your expired license.

What if I moved since my last renewal?

You cannot renew online if your address has changed. You can renew by mail using the DL 44 form and proof of your new address, or visit an ITD office in person. Mail renewal takes 2 to 3 weeks.

Do I need to do anything while I wait for my new license to arrive?

No. You can drive on your expired license while waiting for your renewed license to arrive by mail. Keep your confirmation number from the online renewal in case you need to check the status or contact ITD.

What if my new license does not arrive after 10 business days?

Contact the Idaho Transportation Department with your confirmation number. They can verify the status of your renewal and remail your license if it was lost in transit. You can call or visit the ITD website to report the issue.

Can I renew my commercial driver's license online?

No. Commercial driver's licenses must be renewed in person at an ITD office because they require a medical examination and skills testing. You cannot renew a CDL online or by mail.