You can change your Georgia driver's license address online, by mail, or in person at a DDS office

Georgia allows you to update your address without renewing your license or paying a fee. The fastest method is online through the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) website if your license is valid and you have not changed your name. If you cannot use the online system — because your license is expired, suspended, or you have changed your name — you must go to a DDS office in person or mail in a form with proof of your new address.

The address change takes effect when ready online or within 7 to 10 business days by mail. Your physical license card will still show your old address until you renew it, but your record in the DDS system updates right away. You do not need to surrender your old card or pay any fee for this change.

Key Takeaways

  • Online address changes work only if your Georgia license is currently valid and you have not changed your name; the update happens within minutes.
  • By mail, you must send Form DL 43 (Address Change) with a document proving your new address, such as a utility bill or lease, to the DDS mailing address.
  • In-person changes at any DDS office take a few minutes and require the same proof of address document; no appointment is needed in most counties.
  • Your physical license card keeps your old address until you renew it, but your DDS record updates when ready, which is what law enforcement and other agencies see.
  • If your license is expired or suspended, you cannot use the online method and must visit a DDS office or mail in the form.

Changing your address online through the DDS website

The online method is available only if your Georgia driver's license is valid (not expired or suspended) and you have not changed your name since it was issued. Go to the Georgia DDS website, select the address change option, and log in with your driver's license number and date of birth. You will enter your new address and confirm it. The system will update your record within minutes.

You do not need to upload documents or pay a fee. After you complete the online change, print or save the confirmation page for your records. Your updated address will appear in the DDS system when ready, though your physical card will not change until you renew your license.

If the online system rejects your request, it usually means your license is expired, suspended, or your name does not match the DDS record. In that case, use the mail or in-person method instead.

Changing your address by mail

To change your address by mail, read or request Form DL 43 (Address Change) from the Georgia DDS website or call 678-413-8400. Fill out the form completely with your name, driver's license number, old address, and new address. You must also include one document that proves your new address — a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days all work.

Mail the completed form and proof of address to:

Georgia Department of Driver Services P.O. Box 80447 Conyers, GA 30013

Processing takes 7 to 10 business days from the date DDS receives your envelope. There is no fee. Keep a copy of the form and proof document for your records. You will not receive a confirmation letter; your address will straightforward update in the system. If you need to confirm the change was processed, call 678-413-8400 after 10 business days.

Changing your address in person at a DDS office

Walk into any Georgia DDS office with your driver's license and one proof-of-address document. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, bank statement, insurance policy, or government mail dated within the last 60 days. Tell the clerk you need an address change, hand over your documents, and the update takes a few minutes. There is no fee and no appointment is required in most counties, though some offices use a ticket system — take a number when you arrive.

Your address updates in the DDS system when ready. Your physical license card will still show your old address, but the change is live in the system that law enforcement and other agencies access. If you want the new address printed on your card, you must renew your license, which costs the standard renewal fee.

To find the DDS office nearest you, use the office locator on the Georgia DDS website. Hours vary by location, so check before you go. Some offices are busier than others; visiting early in the week or early in the day usually means a shorter wait.

What counts as proof of your new address

Georgia DDS accepts any document dated within the last 60 days that shows your name and new address. A utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet) is the most common choice. A signed lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, homeowners or renters insurance policy, or bank statement also work. Government mail — such as a tax notice, voter registration card, or court document — counts if it is dated within 60 days.

Do not use a post office change-of-address form, a credit card statement, or a document with only a P.O. box. If your name on the proof document does not exactly match your driver's license (for example, a middle initial is missing), bring a second document that shows both versions of your name, such as a marriage certificate or court order.

If your license is expired or suspended

You cannot use the online address change method if your license is expired or suspended. Instead, go to a DDS office in person with your expired or suspended license and proof of your new address. The clerk will update your address and may ask whether you want to renew your license at the same time. Address changes are free, but renewal fees explore if you choose to renew.

If you prefer not to visit an office, you can mail Form DL 43 with proof of address, but processing will take 7 to 10 business days. Your address will update in the system, but your physical card will remain expired or suspended until you renew it through the normal renewal process.

If you changed your name at the same time

If you changed your name — through marriage, divorce, court order, or other legal means — you cannot use the online address change method. You must visit a DDS office in person with your driver's license, proof of your legal name change (marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order), and proof of your new address.

The clerk will update both your name and address in the system. You will also need to renew your license to get a new card with your updated name and address, which costs the standard renewal fee. Some offices can process the name change and renewal in one visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my physical license card show my new address right away?

No. Your physical card will keep your old address until you renew your license. However, the address in the Georgia DDS system updates when ready (online) or within 7 to 10 business days (by mail or in person). Law enforcement and other agencies see the updated address in the system, not the card.

Do I have to pay a fee to change my address?

No. Address changes are free in Georgia, whether you do it online, by mail, or in person. You only pay a fee if you also choose to renew your license at the same time.

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

You can use other documents such as a bank statement, insurance policy, mortgage statement, or government mail dated within the last 60 days. If none of those are available, ask the DDS office whether they will accept a notarized letter from your landlord or a signed lease that has not yet been dated. Policies vary by office, so call ahead.

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

Processing takes 7 to 10 business days from the date Georgia DDS receives your envelope. Mail delivery can add several days on each end, so allow 2 to 3 weeks total. If you need the change done faster, visit a DDS office in person.

Can I change my address if my license is suspended?

Yes, but you must do it in person at a DDS office or by mail. You cannot use the online method. Bring your suspended license and proof of your new address. The address will update in the system, but your license will remain suspended until you resolve the suspension through the normal process.