Where to change your Arizona address

You can change your address with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) in three ways: online through their website, by mail, or in person at a Motor Vehicle Division office. The online method is the fastest and requires no documents to be mailed or hand-delivered. If you prefer to go in person, you can walk into any ADOT office with your current license and proof of your new address.

The in-person route takes about 15 to 30 minutes if you arrive during a slower time of day. Many offices get busy in the late morning and early afternoon, so arriving early or late in the day often means a shorter wait. You do not need an appointment for an address change at most locations.

Key Takeaways

  • Arizona lets you change your address online at servicearizona.com without visiting an office or mailing anything in.
  • You will need your current driver's license number and proof of your new address, such as a utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement.
  • An address change does not require a new photo or a new license card — your current license remains valid.
  • If you change your address online, your new address appears in the system when ready, though your physical card still shows the old address until it expires and you renew.

Changing your address online through ServiceArizona

The online method through ServiceArizona is the simplest option if you have internet access and your current license number. Go to servicearizona.com, select the driver's license section, and choose the address change option. You will enter your license number, date of birth, and the last four digits of your Social Security number to verify your identity.

After you verify your identity, enter your new address exactly as you want it to appear in the system. The change takes effect when ready in ADOT's records. Your physical license card will still show your old address, but law enforcement and ADOT will see your new address when they look up your record. You do not pay a fee for an address change online.

Changing your address in person at an ADOT office

Bring your current Arizona driver's license and one document that shows your new address. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or government mail with your name and new address. The document must be dated within the last 60 days.

Hand these to the ADOT employee at the counter. They will verify your information, update your address in the system, and you will walk out with your address changed. You do not pay a fee. Your physical license card still shows the old address, but your record is updated when ready.

Changing your address by mail

You can mail a completed form to ADOT along with a copy of your current license and proof of your new address. Request form DL 44 (process for Arizona Driver License) or use the address change form available on the ADOT website. Include a photocopy of your current license and a copy of a document showing your new address dated within the last 60 days.

Mail these documents to the ADOT address listed on their website. Processing by mail takes two to three weeks. You will not receive a new physical card — your address will be updated in the system, and your current license remains valid. There is no fee for this service.

What happens to your physical license card

When you change your address, your physical driver's license card does not change. It will continue to show your old address until your license expires and you renew it. At that time, you will receive a new card with your current address printed on it.

This does not cause problems. Police officers and government agencies check the ADOT database, which shows your updated address when ready after you make the change. Your old address on the card itself does not affect your ability to drive or use your license for identification purposes.

Proof of address documents ADOT accepts

ADOT accepts several types of documents as proof of your new address. The document must show your name and new address and be dated within the last 60 days. A utility bill (electric, gas, water, or internet) is the most common choice. Lease agreements, mortgage statements, property tax bills, and bank or credit card statements also work.

Government mail counts too — things like tax documents from the state or federal government, voter registration confirmation, or vehicle registration paperwork. If you live with someone else and the bill is in their name, you can use a notarized letter from them stating that you live at that address, along with a copy of their utility bill. Do not use a PO box address; ADOT requires a physical street address.

Timing and what to expect

An online address change takes effect when ready. An in-person change at an ADOT office is also when ready — you walk out with your address updated in the system. A mailed request takes two to three weeks to process.

You do not need to do anything else after your address is changed. You do not need to update your vehicle registration at the same time, though you may want to do that separately if your vehicle registration also shows an old address. Your driver's license and vehicle registration are separate records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to get a new license card when I change my address?

No. Your current license card remains valid even though it shows your old address. ADOT updates your address in their database when ready, and that is what law enforcement and government agencies see when they look up your record. You will get a new card with your updated address when your license expires and you renew it.

What if I do not have a document dated within the last 60 days?

You can use a notarized letter from someone who lives with you, along with a copy of their recent utility bill or other proof-of-address document. The letter should state that you live at the new address. Some ADOT offices may also accept a lease agreement or mortgage paperwork even if it is older, so call your local office to ask before you visit.

Can I change my address online if I do not have my license number?

You need your license number to use the online ServiceArizona system. If you do not have it, you can visit an ADOT office in person or call them to look up your number. Once you have it, you can complete the online change. Alternatively, you can go to an office in person without your license number — bring your current license and proof of address, and staff will help you.

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

Mail processing typically takes two to three weeks. Your address will be updated in ADOT's system during that time, even though you have not received a new physical card. If you need your address changed faster, use the online method or visit an office in person.

Do I have to change my vehicle registration address at the same time?

No. Your driver's license and vehicle registration are separate records. You can change one without changing the other. However, it is a good idea to update both so your records match. You can change your vehicle registration address through the same ADOT offices or online through ServiceArizona.