Florida lets you change your address online, by mail, or in person at a DMV office

The fastest way to update your address on a Florida driver's license is through the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) website. You can do this without visiting an office if your license is not suspended and you have not had a name change since you got it. The online process takes about 10 minutes and costs $7.50.

If you cannot use the online system — because your license is suspended, you changed your name, or you need to renew at the same time — you will need to visit a DMV office in person or mail in a form. Florida does not accept address changes by phone.

Your new address takes effect when ready when you update it online. If you mail a form or update in person, the change is processed within one to two weeks.

Key Takeaways

  • The DHSMV website at flhsmv.gov lets you change your address online for $7.50 if your license is valid and you have not changed your name.
  • You will need your current Florida driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth to use the online system.
  • If your license is suspended or you changed your name, you must visit a DMV office in person with a proof of residency document.
  • Mailing in a form (HSMV 82053) takes longer but works if you cannot visit an office or use the online system.
  • Your address change does not extend your license expiration date — you will still need to renew on your original schedule.

Changing your address online through the DHSMV website

Go to flhsmv.gov and select "Change Address" under the Driver License section. You will be asked to enter your driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth. The system will pull up your current license information and ask you to confirm it is correct.

Enter your new Florida address exactly as it appears on a recent utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement. The system will not accept a P.O. box as a mailing address, though you can use one as a secondary address if you want mail sent there instead. After you submit the new address, you will receive a confirmation number by email. Print or save this number in case you need to prove the change was processed.

The $7.50 fee is charged to a credit or debit card during checkout. Your new address is active when ready, though the physical card in your wallet will still show the old address until you renew your license.

Visiting a DMV office in person

If you cannot use the online system, you can update your address at any Florida DMV office. Bring your current driver's license and one document that shows your new address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill dated within the last 60 days, a lease or rental agreement, a mortgage statement, a bank statement, an insurance policy, or a government-issued document like a voter registration card or property tax bill.

You do not need an appointment at most Florida DMV offices, but wait times vary by location and time of day. Check the DHSMV website to find the office nearest you and see current wait times. Some offices are busier on certain days — typically Mondays and Fridays see longer lines.

The address change is free when you do it in person. The DMV will issue you a new physical license with your updated address on the spot, or within one to two weeks if the office needs to order it.

Mailing in an address change form

read form HSMV 82053 (Change of Address) from the DHSMV website or request it by mail. Fill in your current license number, your new address, and sign the form. Attach a copy of one proof of residency document — the same documents accepted at DMV offices work here.

Mail the completed form and proof of residency to the address listed on the form. Processing takes one to two weeks from the date DHSMV receives it. You will not receive a new physical license unless you also renew your driver's license at the same time.

There is no fee for a mailed address change. However, if you want a new physical license with your updated address printed on it, you will need to renew your license separately, which costs $48 for an eight-year license.

When you cannot use the online system

The DHSMV online system will reject your request if your license is suspended, revoked, or expired. It will also reject the request if you have changed your name since you got your current license. In these cases, you must visit a DMV office in person or mail in form HSMV 82053.

If your license is suspended, the address change itself is still free, but you will need to resolve the suspension before you can renew or get a new license. A suspension can be due to unpaid traffic fines, failure to pay child support, or failure to maintain car insurance (an SR22 or other proof of financial responsibility). Ask the DMV staff which agency suspended your license so you know what to fix.

Address changes when you move out of state

If you are moving out of Florida, you do not need to update your Florida license. You can keep it as a valid ID until it expires. However, most states require you to get a driver's license in your new state within 30 to 60 days of moving there. Check your new state's DMV website for their requirements.

If you want to update your Florida address before you move, you can do so using any of the methods above. If you move and then want to keep your Florida license active, you can update it to your out-of-state address by mail using form HSMV 82053, though some states have rules about holding licenses from multiple states.

What happens to your physical license card

When you change your address online, your physical license card keeps the old address printed on it. The DMV's system shows your new address, and that is what law enforcement and other agencies see when they scan your license. You do not need to carry a separate document proving the change.

If you want a new physical card with your updated address printed on it, you have two options: renew your license (which costs $48 and extends your expiration date), or visit a DMV office in person and ask them to issue a replacement card with the new address (which costs $25). A replacement card is useful if you use your license for things like opening a bank account or renting an apartment, where the printed address matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to change my address if I got a new license plate or registration?

No. Your driver's license address and your vehicle registration address are separate. You can change one without changing the other. However, the Florida DMV recommends keeping them the same to avoid confusion with mail and traffic tickets. To change your vehicle registration address, use the DHSMV website or visit a tax collector's office.

What if I do not have a proof of residency document yet?

If you just moved and do not have a utility bill or lease in your name yet, you can use a bank statement, insurance policy, or government document with your new address. If none of those are available, visit the DMV office with whatever documents you have and ask what they can accept — some offices have flexibility for people who recently moved.

Will changing my address affect my insurance or car registration?

Your insurance company and the DMV do not share address information automatically. You will need to contact your insurance company separately to update your address there. Your vehicle registration is also separate — update it through the tax collector's office or the DHSMV website if you want them to match.

Can I change my address if my license is suspended?

You cannot use the online system if your license is suspended. You can change your address in person at a DMV office or by mail, but you will still need to resolve the suspension before you can renew your license or get a new one. Ask the DMV which agency suspended it so you know what to fix.

How long does it take to get a new physical license with my updated address?

If you visit a DMV office and ask for a replacement card with your new address, you may get it on the spot or within one to two weeks depending on the office. If you renew your license at the same time, it takes one to two weeks. If you only change your address online, your physical card keeps the old address, but the DMV system shows the new one.