What You Need to Renew Your Mississippi License Online
Mississippi allows you to renew your driver's license online through the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website if you meet specific requirements. You do not need to visit a driver's license office in person for a standard renewal, but only certain license types and situations may have access to for online renewal.
To renew online, you must have a valid Mississippi driver's license that is not expired by more than one year, you must be renewing a Class D (regular passenger vehicle) or Class E (motorcycle) license, and you must not have any medical conditions or restrictions that have changed since your last license was issued. If your license expired more than one year ago, if you need to change your address, or if you have new medical information to report, you will need to renew in person at a driver's license office instead.
The online renewal process takes about 10 minutes and costs $31.00 for a four-year license or $46.50 for an eight-year license. You will need a valid payment method — a debit card, credit card, or electronic check — to complete the transaction.
Key Takeaways
- You can renew online only if your current Mississippi license is valid and expired no more than one year ago, and you hold a Class D or Class E license.
- Online renewal costs $31.00 for four years or $46.50 for eight years, and you pay by debit card, credit card, or electronic check at the time of renewal.
- Your renewed license will be mailed to the address on file within 7 to 10 business days after you complete the online transaction.
- If your license has been expired for more than one year, or if you need to change your address or medical information, you must renew in person at a driver's license office.
Step-by-Step Process for Online Renewal
Start by visiting the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website and locating the online driver's license renewal portal. You will see a link labeled "Renew Your Driver's License Online" on the main page. Click that link to begin.
On the first screen, you will enter your driver's license number and your date of birth. The system will pull up your current license record. Review the information displayed — your name, address, and license class — to make sure it is correct. If any information is wrong, stop here and renew in person at a driver's license office, because you cannot change personal details online.
Next, you will answer a series of questions about your health and medical conditions. These questions ask whether you have any new vision problems, hearing loss, seizure disorders, or other medical issues that might affect your ability to drive safely. Answer honestly. If you answer "yes" to any question, the system will direct you to complete your renewal in person instead.
After you confirm your medical information, you will choose your license term: four years or eight years. The four-year license costs $31.00; the eight-year license costs $46.50. Select your preference and proceed to payment.
Enter your payment information — debit card, credit card, or electronic check account details. Double-check the amount and your payment method before you submit. Once you click "Confirm Payment," the transaction is final. You will receive a confirmation number on screen and by email. Save both.
What Happens After You Submit Your Renewal Online
After your payment is processed, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety will mail your new license to the address currently on file. Standard delivery takes 7 to 10 business days. If you need your license sooner, you cannot expedite an online renewal; you would have needed to renew in person and request a temporary license at the office.
Your current license remains valid until your new one arrives, even though it may show an expiration date that has passed. You can drive legally during the waiting period. Once your new license arrives, destroy your old one by cutting it in half or shredding it.
If your new license does not arrive within 10 business days, contact the Mississippi Department of Public Safety at 601-987-1500 with your confirmation number. Have your driver's license number and the email address you used for renewal ready when you call.
When You Cannot Renew Online
You must renew in person at a driver's license office if your current license has been expired for more than one year. The online system will reject your license number if it is too far past expiration. You will also need to visit an office if you are renewing a commercial driver's license (CDL), a Class A, B, or C license, or any license with air brake restrictions.
If you need to change your mailing address, you cannot do that online during renewal. You must go to a driver's license office in person to update your address before or at the same time as your renewal. The online system uses only the address already in the Mississippi Department of Public Safety database.
Medical changes also require an in-person visit. If you have developed a new vision problem, hearing loss, or any condition that affects your ability to drive, or if you have started taking medication that might impair your driving, you must renew at an office where a staff member can assess your situation and may require you to pass a vision or road test.
Documents and Information You Will Need
Gather these items before you start the online renewal process. You will need your current Mississippi driver's license number and your date of birth. The system uses these two pieces of information to locate your record in the state database.
You will also need a valid payment method. Mississippi accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and electronic check payments. Have your card number and expiration date ready, or your bank account and routing number if you are paying by electronic check.
Make sure the address on file with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety is correct before you begin. If it is not, you will need to update it in person at a driver's license office before you renew online, because your new license will be mailed to the address in the system.
Common Mistakes to Avoid During Online Renewal
Do not attempt to renew online if your license expired more than one year ago. The system will reject your license number, and you will have wasted time. Check your license expiration date before you start. If it shows an expiration date that is more than 12 months in the past, go to a driver's license office instead.
Do not answer "yes" to any medical question if you are unsure. If you have a new health condition or have started new medication, answer honestly and complete your renewal in person. Lying on the medical questions can result in your license being suspended or revoked if the state discovers the false information later.
Do not assume your address is correct in the system. If you have moved since your last renewal and have not updated your address with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, your new license will be mailed to your old address. Visit a driver's license office to update your address before you renew online.
Do not close your browser or navigate away from the renewal page during payment processing. Wait for the confirmation page to appear and note your confirmation number. If the page times out or you accidentally close it, contact the Mississippi Department of Public Safety to confirm whether your payment was processed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my Mississippi license online if it is already expired?
Yes, as long as it expired no more than one year ago. If your license expired more than 12 months ago, the online system will not accept your license number, and you must renew in person at a driver's license office.
What if I made a mistake on my online renewal form?
If you made an error before you submitted payment, you can go back and correct it. If you already submitted payment and received a confirmation number, contact the Mississippi Department of Public Safety at 601-987-1500 with your confirmation number to report the error. Do not submit a second renewal.
Will my new license have a different number than my current one?
No. When you renew online, your license number stays the same. Only the expiration date and the physical card change. Your new license will have the same number printed on it as your current license.
Can I renew my license online if I have a commercial driver's license?
No. Commercial driver's licenses (CDL) and all Class A, B, and C licenses must be renewed in person at a driver's license office. Online renewal is available only for Class D (passenger vehicle) and Class E (motorcycle) licenses.
How long does it take to receive my new license after I renew online?
Standard delivery takes 7 to 10 business days from the date you complete your online renewal. Your current license remains valid during this time, so you can continue to drive legally. If your new license does not arrive within 10 business days, contact the Mississippi Department of Public Safety with your confirmation number.