Renew Your Arizona License Online, by Mail, or In Person
Arizona lets you renew your driver's license online if you meet a few conditions: your license must not be expired by more than five years, you must have a valid email address on file, and you cannot have any medical or vision restrictions that need updating. If you may have access to, the online renewal through the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) website takes about 10 minutes and costs $25. Your new license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
If you do not may have access to for online renewal, you can renew by mail or visit an ADOT office in person. Mail renewal takes longer — typically two to three weeks — but works if your license is not too far expired. In-person renewal at a local ADOT office is fastest if you need your license quickly or have restrictions that require a vision test or medical review.
Your current Arizona license must not be suspended or revoked. If it is, you cannot renew; you must first resolve the suspension or revocation with ADOT before you can get a new license.
Key Takeaways
- Online renewal through ADOT's website works only if your license expired within the last five years, you have no medical or vision restrictions, and you have a valid email address on file.
- Online renewal costs $25, takes about 10 minutes, and your new license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.
- Mail renewal is slower (two to three weeks) but works for licenses expired longer ago; in-person renewal at an ADOT office is fastest if you need your license right away.
- You cannot renew if your license is suspended or revoked — you must clear the suspension or revocation first.
- You will need your current Arizona license number, Social Security number, and a valid email address for online renewal.
Online Renewal Through ADOT
Start at the ADOT website and select the online renewal option. You will need your current Arizona license number, your Social Security number, and a valid email address. The system will ask you to confirm your personal information and current address. If your address has changed, you can update it during renewal.
After you submit your information and pay the $25 fee by credit or debit card, ADOT will mail your new license to the address on file. You do not need to visit an office or take a new photo — ADOT uses the photo from your current license. Your new license is valid for five years from the issue date.
If the system tells you that you do not meet the requirements for online renewal, you will need to use mail or in-person renewal instead. Common reasons for rejection include a license expired more than five years ago, a medical or vision restriction on your current license, or a suspended or revoked license.
Mail Renewal: What to Send and Timeline
To renew by mail, read the DL 43 form from the ADOT website or request one by phone at 602-255-0072. Fill out the form completely, sign it, and mail it along with your current Arizona license to the address listed on the form. Include a check or money order for $25 made out to ADOT.
Mail renewal typically takes two to three weeks from the time ADOT receives your envelope. There is no way to track your process once you mail it, so plan ahead if you need your license by a specific date. If you do not receive your new license within four weeks, contact ADOT to confirm they received your form.
Mail renewal works for licenses expired up to five years ago. If your license expired more than five years ago, you must renew in person at an ADOT office.
In-Person Renewal at an ADOT Office
Visit any ADOT office with your current Arizona license, proof of your current address (such as a utility bill or lease), and payment of $25 by cash, check, or card. You do not need an appointment at most offices, but wait times vary. Check the ADOT website to find the office nearest you and see current wait times before you go.
In-person renewal is required if your license expired more than five years ago, if you have medical or vision restrictions that need review, or if you want to change your photo. You will take a new photo at the office, and your new license is usually ready the same day or within a few days. If you need your license urgently, in-person renewal is your fastest option.
Bring your Social Security number or a document that shows it, such as a Social Security card or tax return. If your address has changed, bring proof of your new address. If you have changed your name since your last license, bring a court order or marriage certificate showing the change.
What Happens If Your License Is Suspended or Revoked
A suspended or revoked license cannot be renewed. You must first contact ADOT to find out why your license was suspended or revoked and what steps you need to take to clear it. Common reasons include unpaid traffic fines, failure to pay child support, a DUI conviction, or too many points from traffic violations.
Once you resolve the underlying issue — paying fines, clearing a medical hold, or completing a required program — ADOT will lift the suspension or revocation. You can then renew your license using any of the three methods above. The time to clear a suspension varies; some take days, others take weeks or months depending on what caused it.
If you are not sure whether your license is suspended, call ADOT at 602-255-0072 or check your status on the ADOT website. Do not wait until your license expires to find out.
Changing Your Address, Photo, or Name During Renewal
If you are renewing online, you can update your address during the process. Your new license will show the updated address and arrive at that location. You cannot change your photo or name online; those changes require an in-person visit.
If you are renewing by mail, you can update your address on the DL 43 form. Write your new address clearly on the form, and your new license will be mailed there. Again, photo and name changes are not possible by mail.
For a new photo or to change your name, you must visit an ADOT office in person. Bring a court order or vital record (such as a marriage certificate or divorce decree) if you have changed your name. A new photo costs no extra fee when done during renewal.
Cost and Payment Methods
Arizona driver's license renewal costs $25 regardless of which method you choose. Online renewal accepts credit and debit cards. Mail renewal requires a check or money order. In-person renewal accepts cash, check, or card.
The $25 fee covers a five-year license. If you are over 65, you may be able to renew for a longer period at a different cost; ask ADOT about senior renewal options when you renew.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I renew my Arizona license if it expired more than five years ago?
No, not online or by mail. You must visit an ADOT office in person. Bring your expired license, proof of your current address, and $25. ADOT will take a new photo and issue your renewed license.
How long does it take to get my license after I renew online?
Your new license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days after you complete the online renewal. You will receive a confirmation email with a tracking number so you can monitor delivery.
What if I moved and my address on file is old?
You can update your address during online renewal before you pay. If you are renewing by mail, write your new address on the DL 43 form. If you are renewing in person, bring proof of your new address (utility bill, lease, or bank statement) and update it at the office.
Do I need a new photo when I renew my Arizona license?
Not for online or mail renewal — ADOT uses your current photo. If you want a new photo or your current one is very old, visit an ADOT office in person. A new photo is taken at no extra cost during renewal.
What do I do if ADOT says I do not meet the requirements for online renewal?
You will need to renew by mail or in person instead. Common reasons for rejection include a license expired more than five years ago, medical or vision restrictions, or a suspended license. If you have a suspension, contact ADOT first to clear it before you renew.