The fastest way to renew in Missouri

You can renew your Missouri driver's license online, by mail, or in person at a Driver License Office. Online renewal is the quickest option if you are may be able to access — you can complete it in minutes from home, and your new license arrives in about 7 to 10 business days. Mail renewal takes longer but requires no trip. In-person renewal is necessary only if your license has been suspended, revoked, or if you need to update your photo or address.

Missouri lets you renew up to one year before your license expires and up to five years after it expires, so you have a wide window. Your current license shows your expiration date in the bottom right corner.

Key Takeaways

  • Online renewal through Missouri's website takes about 10 minutes and costs $13.50 for a four-year license or $27 for an eight-year license.
  • You must have a valid email address, your current license number, and a credit or debit card to renew online.
  • If your license is suspended, revoked, or you need a new photo, you must renew in person at a Driver License Office.
  • Mail renewal is available but slower; send your completed form, fee, and current license to the address on the form.
  • Your new license will be mailed to the address on file unless you update it during the renewal process.

Online renewal: the easiest path

Go to dor.mo.gov and select "Renew Your Driver License" from the main menu. You will need your current Missouri driver's license number, your date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. The system will verify your identity and ask you to confirm your address and other information on your license.

If any details are wrong — your address, name, or emergency contact — you can update them during this step. Once you submit the form and pay the fee by credit or debit card, you are done. Missouri will mail your new license to the address you confirmed. There is no in-person visit required.

Online renewal is not available if your license is suspended, revoked, or if you want to change your photo. It is also not available if your license has been expired for more than five years.

When you must renew in person

Visit a Driver License Office in person if your license is suspended or revoked, if you need a new photo, or if you want to change your name or address and do not want to do it online. You will also need to come in person if your license was lost or stolen.

Find your nearest office at dor.mo.gov under "Driver License Offices." Bring your current license, proof of your Social Security number (Social Security card, W-2, or tax return), and proof of your current address (utility bill, lease, or bank statement dated within 60 days). If you are changing your name, bring a certified copy of the document that shows the change — a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.

In-person renewal takes about 15 to 30 minutes depending on how busy the office is. You will have your photo taken and pay the renewal fee. Your new license will be mailed to you within 7 to 10 business days.

Renewing by mail

Request a renewal form by calling the Missouri Department of Revenue at 573-526-2407, or read it from dor.mo.gov. Fill out the form completely, sign it, and mail it with your current license and the renewal fee to the address printed on the form.

Mail renewal takes longer than online or in-person — typically three to four weeks from the time Missouri receives your envelope. There is no way to track your process by mail, so allow extra time before your license expires. If you need your new license quickly, online or in-person renewal is a better choice.

What your renewal costs

A four-year license costs $13.50. An eight-year license costs $27. These are the standard fees for renewal; there are no additional charges if you renew online, by mail, or in person. If you are renewing in person and need a new photo, the cost is the same.

Payment by credit card or debit card is accepted for all renewal methods. If you renew by mail, you can pay by check or money order — write your driver's license number on the check.

What happens after you renew

Your new license will be mailed to the address on file. If you moved recently and updated your address during renewal, it will go to your new address. If you did not update your address and you have moved, you will need to change your address separately at a Driver License Office or through the online system.

Your new license is valid when ready once you receive it, even though your old license has not yet expired. You can use the new license right away. Destroy your old license once the new one arrives — you do not need to keep both.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I renew my license if it is already expired?

Yes. Missouri allows you to renew your license up to five years after it expires. If your license expired more than five years ago, you will need to explore for a new license instead of renewing. Contact a Driver License Office for next steps.

What if I moved and need to update my address?

You can update your address during online renewal. If you are renewing by mail or in person, bring proof of your new address — a utility bill, lease, or bank statement dated within 60 days. Your new license will be mailed to the updated address.

How long does it take to get my new license after I renew online?

Missouri typically mails your new license within 7 to 10 business days of your online renewal. Mail renewal takes longer — usually three to four weeks. In-person renewal also takes 7 to 10 business days for mailing, though you leave the office with a temporary paper license.

Can I renew my license if it is suspended?

No. You cannot renew online or by mail if your license is suspended or revoked. You must visit a Driver License Office in person and resolve the suspension before you can renew. Contact the office to find out what is required to lift the suspension.

Do I need to take a new written test or road test to renew?

No. Renewal is not the same as getting a new license. You do not take any tests to renew. If your license is suspended for a serious violation, you may need to take a test before you can drive again, but that is a separate process from renewal.