Change your Georgia address online, by mail, or in person at a DDS office

Georgia lets you change your driver's license address without renewing the license itself. You can do this online through the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) website, by mail, or by visiting a DDS office in person. The online method is fastest — it takes about 10 minutes and costs nothing. If you use mail or visit an office, you'll need to bring proof of your new address, such as a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement.

Your address change takes effect when ready online. By mail or in person, it typically processes within 5 to 10 business days. You don't need to take a new photo or pass a vision test unless your license is expiring soon or you're renewing for other reasons.

Key Takeaways

  • Georgia's online address change tool is free and the fastest option, completing in minutes without visiting an office.
  • You'll need proof of your new address — a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, or similar document — for mail or in-person changes.
  • Your address updates when ready online or within 5 to 10 business days by mail or office visit.
  • Changing your address does not require a new photo, vision test, or license renewal fee unless your license is expiring.
  • Georgia mails your updated license to your new address once the change is processed.

Change your address online through the DDS website

The Georgia DDS website has a dedicated tool for address changes that does not require you to renew your license. Go to dds.georgia.gov, find the "Change Address" option, and log in with your driver's license number and date of birth. You'll enter your new address and confirm it. The system accepts the change when ready, and you'll receive a confirmation number.

Georgia will mail you a new license with your updated address at no cost. The new license arrives in 7 to 10 business days. Your old license remains valid until it expires, but the address on it is no longer current. If you need to prove your new address before the new license arrives, print or save your confirmation number — some organizations will accept it as proof of the change.

Change your address by mail

To change your address by mail, print the Form DL 43 (Address Change form) from the DDS website or request it by phone at 678-413-8400. Fill in your current license number, your new address, and sign the form. Include a copy of proof of your new address — a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, insurance bill, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days.

Mail the completed form and proof to the Georgia Department of Driver Services, P.O. Box 80447, Conyers, GA 30013. Processing takes 5 to 10 business days after DDS receives your envelope. There is no fee. Georgia will mail your updated license to your new address once the change is processed.

Change your address in person at a DDS office

Visit any Georgia DDS office with your current driver's license and proof of your new address. Bring an original or certified copy of one of these documents: a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, insurance policy, or bank statement. The document must show your name and new address and be dated within the last 60 days.

Tell the DDS staff member you want to change your address. They will update your record on the spot, and you'll receive a receipt. Georgia will mail your updated license to your new address within 5 to 10 business days. There is no fee for an address change. Find your nearest DDS office at dds.georgia.gov under "Office Locations."

What counts as proof of your new address

Georgia accepts documents that show your name and new address and were issued or dated within the last 60 days. These include utility bills (electric, gas, water, internet), lease agreements, mortgage statements, property tax bills, homeowners or renters insurance policies, and bank or credit card statements. A letter from your employer, school, or government agency with your name and address also works.

Documents that do not work include mail with just your name (no address), expired documents, or documents older than 60 days. If you've just moved and don't have a bill or statement yet, ask your landlord or mortgage lender for a letter on their letterhead confirming your new address, or wait until you receive a utility bill at the new address.

Timeline and what to expect after you change your address

Online changes are when ready. By mail or in person, DDS processes the change within 5 to 10 business days. Georgia then mails your new license to your updated address. The entire process — from submission to receiving your new license in the mail — usually takes 10 to 15 business days.

Your old license remains valid and legal to use until it expires. However, the address on it is outdated. If you need to show proof of your new address before your new license arrives, keep your confirmation number from the online change or your receipt from the office visit. Some organizations, such as banks or insurance companies, will accept these as temporary proof.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to change my address if I move?

Georgia law requires you to notify the DDS of a change of address within 30 days of moving. Failing to do so can result in fines or other penalties. It's simpler and faster to change it online right away.

Will I get a new license number when I change my address?

No. Your license number stays the same. Only the address on your license and in the DDS system changes. Your new license will have the same number as your current one.

Can I change my address if my license is suspended or revoked?

Yes. You can change your address even if your license is suspended or revoked. The DDS needs your current address on file for legal notices and correspondence. Change your address through any of the three methods — online, by mail, or in person.

What if I move before my new license arrives?

Contact the DDS at 678-413-8400 or visit a DDS office to update your address again. Provide your new address so Georgia can mail your license to the correct location. You can change your address as many times as needed.

Is there a fee to change my address?

No. Changing your address on your Georgia driver's license is free, whether you do it online, by mail, or in person. You only pay a fee if you're renewing your license or explore for a new one.