You can change your Minnesota driver's license address online, by mail, or in person at a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) office

Minnesota lets you update your address without getting a new license card — the change goes into the system and appears on your record when ready. The fastest route is the online system if you have a valid Minnesota license and a Real ID-compliant document to verify your new address. If you cannot use the online system, you can mail in a form or visit a DVS office in person. The address change itself is free; you only pay if you also request a replacement card with your new address printed on it.

Your address on file matters because it is where the state mails renewal notices, ticket citations, and vehicle registration documents. If you move and do not update it, you may miss important important date or not receive notices about violations or registration expiration.

Key Takeaways

  • The online address change at mn.gov/dvs takes about five minutes and requires your current license number, Social Security number, and a photo of a Real ID-compliant document showing your new address.
  • If you do not have a Real ID document yet, you can mail Form DL-44 with a copy of your lease, utility bill, or mortgage statement to the DVS office.
  • An address change in the system is free and happens when ready; a replacement card with your new address printed on it costs $16.50.
  • You do not need to change your address before your license expires, but doing so early prevents mail from going to an old address.

Online address change through the Minnesota DVS website

Go to mn.gov/dvs and log into your account or create one if you do not have one yet. You will need your Minnesota driver's license number, date of birth, and Social Security number. The system will ask you to enter your new address and then upload a photo of a document that shows both your name and new address.

Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax statement, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days. Take a clear photo with your phone — the document must be readable and show the full address. Once you submit, the system confirms the change when ready, and your address updates in the DVS database right away. You do not receive a new card unless you pay $16.50 to request one.

Mailing a form if you do not have a Real ID document

If you do not have a utility bill or lease in your name yet, or if the online system is not working for you, you can mail Form DL-44 to the DVS office. read it from mn.gov/dvs or call 651-297-3298 to request a copy by mail.

Fill out the form with your new address, sign it, and include a photocopy of one of these documents: utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, property tax bill, or recent bank statement. Mail the form and copy to the address listed on the form — typically the Driver and Vehicle Services office in St. Paul. Processing takes 7 to 10 business days after the office receives it. You do not pay a fee for the address change itself, but again, a replacement card costs $16.50 if you want it printed with your new address.

Changing your address in person at a DVS office

You can walk into any Driver and Vehicle Services office in Minnesota with your current license and a document showing your new address. Bring the original document — a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or bank statement. The staff member will verify your identity, update your address in the system, and you walk out with your address changed when ready. No appointment is needed, though wait times vary by location and time of day.

DVS offices are located in most county seats and some larger cities. Find the nearest one and its hours at mn.gov/dvs. If you want a replacement card with your new address printed on it, you can request one on the spot and pay $16.50; the card arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days.

When you need a replacement card with your new address

Your address change in the system happens for free and when ready, whether you do it online, by mail, or in person. However, your physical license card still shows your old address until you request a replacement. You do not have to get a new card — the updated address in the state system is what matters for law enforcement, vehicle registration, and official records.

If you want the card itself to show your new address, you pay $16.50 and request a replacement card at the same time you change your address. The new card arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days. Some people wait until their license is close to expiration and then renew it with the new address instead of paying for a replacement card now.

Changing your address when you renew your license

If your license is expiring soon, you can update your address as part of the renewal process instead of changing it separately. When you renew — online, by mail, or in person — you will be asked to confirm or update your address. This is often simpler than making a separate address change, because you are already going through the renewal steps.

Minnesota sends renewal notices by mail about 60 days before your license expires. If you have already moved, update your address online or call 651-297-3298 to make sure the renewal notice reaches you. You can renew online at mn.gov/dvs if your license is not suspended and you have not had certain violations in the past five years.

What happens if you move and do not update your address

The state will continue to mail renewal notices, registration documents, and any traffic citations to your old address. If you miss a renewal important date because the notice went to the wrong place, your license can expire without you knowing. If you get a ticket and the citation goes to your old address, you might miss the court date or payment important date and face additional penalties.

Updating your address is free and takes five minutes online, so it is worth doing as soon as you move. If you have already missed a renewal notice or received a citation at an old address, contact the DVS office or the court listed on the citation to update your information and ask about next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to change my address before my license expires?

No. You can change it anytime, and it does not affect your license's expiration date. However, changing it early prevents mail from going to an old address and ensures you receive renewal notices at the right place.

Can I change my address if my license is suspended?

Yes. An address change is separate from your license status. You can update your address online, by mail, or in person even if your license is suspended. The state needs your current address on file.

What if I do not have a utility bill or lease in my name yet?

You can use a mortgage statement, property tax bill, or recent bank statement instead. All must show your name and new address and be dated within the last 60 days. If you have none of these, call the DVS office at 651-297-3298 to ask about other options.

How long does it take to change my address by mail?

The DVS office processes mailed forms within 7 to 10 business days after receiving them. Mail takes a few days to arrive, so plan for 10 to 14 days total from when you drop it in the mailbox.

Does changing my address cost money?

The address change itself is free. A replacement card with your new address printed on it costs $16.50. You do not have to get a new card — the address in the state system is what matters for official purposes.