You can change your address online, by mail, or in person at a Minnesota Driver and Vehicle Services office
Minnesota offers three ways to update the address on your driver's license or ID card. The fastest is online through the Minnesota Secretary of State website if your license is current and you have not changed your name. If you need to change your name at the same time, or if your license is expired, you will need to visit a Driver and Vehicle Services office in person or mail in a form. The process takes a few minutes online or about 15 to 30 minutes at an office, depending on how busy it is.
You do not need a new photo or a new written test to change your address — it is a straightforward update to your record. You will receive a new card in the mail with your updated address printed on it.
Key Takeaways
- The online method through the Minnesota Secretary of State website is the fastest option and works if your license is current and your name has not changed.
- You must visit a Driver and Vehicle Services office in person if your license is expired, if you are changing your name, or if the online system will not accept your information.
- Mailing in a form (DL 44) is an option, but it takes longer than visiting an office or using the online system.
- Your new card arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days after your change is processed.
- You do not pay a fee to change your address on a current, valid license.
Changing your address online through the Secretary of State website
Go to the Minnesota Secretary of State website and select the option to update your driver's license or ID card information. You will need your current driver's license or ID number, your date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number. Enter your new address and review the information for accuracy before submitting.
The system will confirm your change when ready and tell you when to expect your new card. There is no fee for this update. This method works only if your license is not expired and your name has not changed since you received it.
Visiting a Driver and Vehicle Services office in person
Find the office nearest you on the Minnesota Secretary of State website. Bring your current driver's license or ID card and proof of your new address. Proof of address can be a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or other official document dated within the last 60 days that shows your name and new address.
Tell the staff member you are updating your address. They will take your old card, process the change, and give you a receipt. Your new card will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days. If your license is expired or you are changing your name at the same time, the staff member will tell you what additional documents you need to bring.
Mailing in a form to update your address
read or request form DL 44 (process for Minnesota Driver's License or Identification Card) from the Minnesota Secretary of State website. Fill in the form with your new address and sign it. Include a copy of proof of your new address (a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement dated within the last 60 days).
Mail the form and proof to the address listed on the form. Processing by mail takes 2 to 3 weeks, and your new card will arrive after that. This method is slower than visiting an office or using the online system, so use it only if you cannot visit an office or use the online option.
What counts as proof of your new address
Minnesota requires a document dated within the last 60 days that shows your name and your new address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet), a lease or rental agreement, a mortgage statement, a property tax statement, or a bank or credit card statement. A post office change-of-address form does not count as proof.
If you do not have any of these documents, contact the Driver and Vehicle Services office nearest you to ask what other proof they will accept. Some offices may allow you to bring a letter from your landlord or employer on official letterhead, but this varies by location.
When you cannot change your address online
The online system will not work if your license is expired, if you have changed your name, or if the system cannot verify your identity. If you see an error message when you try to update online, you must visit a Driver and Vehicle Services office in person or mail in form DL 44.
If your license expired more than one year ago, you will need to renew it instead of just updating your address. Renewal requires a new photo and may require a new written test, depending on how long your license has been expired. Contact a Driver and Vehicle Services office to find out what you need to do.
Your new card and what happens to your old one
Your new card will show your updated address and will arrive by mail within 7 to 10 business days. The card is valid as soon as you receive it. You do not need to do anything with your old card — you can throw it away or keep it as a record.
If you move again before your new card arrives, you can update your address a second time. If you updated online, you can update online again. If you visited an office or mailed a form, you can do the same thing again. There is no limit to how many times you can update your address.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to change my address on my driver's license when I move?
Minnesota law requires you to notify the Driver and Vehicle Services office of your new address within 30 days of moving. Changing your address on your license is the way to do this. If you do not update it, you may face a fine, though enforcement is uncommon.
Can I change my address if my license is expired?
No, you cannot use the online system or mail in a straightforward address change form if your license is expired. You must visit a Driver and Vehicle Services office in person and renew your license at the same time. Bring your expired license, proof of your new address, and any documents required for renewal.
What if I do not have proof of my new address?
Contact the Driver and Vehicle Services office nearest you and explain your situation. Some offices may accept a letter from your landlord or employer on official letterhead, or they may have other options. Do not mail in a form without proof — it will be rejected and sent back to you.
How long does it take to get my new card after I change my address?
Your new card arrives by mail within 7 to 10 business days after your change is processed. Processing happens when ready if you update online, within a few hours if you visit an office, or within 2 to 3 weeks if you mail in a form.
Is there a fee to change my address on my current license?
No, there is no fee to change your address on a valid, current license. If your license is expired and you need to renew it at the same time you change your address, you will pay the renewal fee, which varies depending on your license type and how long it has been expired.