You can replace a lost Mississippi driver's license online through the state's driver services website, but only if your license is not expired and you meet a few other conditions.

Mississippi allows you to request a replacement license online without visiting a Driver Services office, as long as your current license is still valid (not expired). The process takes about 10 minutes, costs $24.50, and you'll receive your new license by mail within 7 to 10 business days. If your license is expired, damaged beyond recognition, or you need it urgently, you'll need to visit an office in person instead.

The online replacement works best when you've straightforward lost your license and haven't had any changes to your name, address, or other information since it was issued. If anything on your license needs updating, the online system won't let you complete the transaction — you'll have to go to a Driver Services office.

Key Takeaways

  • Mississippi's online replacement service works only for valid (non-expired) licenses that haven't changed since they were issued.
  • The replacement fee is $24.50, paid by debit or credit card during the online process.
  • Your new license arrives by mail in 7 to 10 business days; you cannot pick it up in person from an online order.
  • If your license is expired, you need a name or address change, or you need the license when ready, you must visit a Driver Services office instead.
  • You'll need your Social Security number, date of birth, and current license number to start the online replacement.

What You Need Before You Start

Gather these items before you go to the Mississippi Driver Services website. You'll need your current license number, your Social Security number, and your date of birth. The system will also ask you to confirm your address as it appears on your current license.

Have a debit or credit card ready to pay the $24.50 replacement fee. Mississippi does not accept cash, checks, or money orders for online transactions. If you don't have a card, you'll need to visit a Driver Services office in person and pay with cash or check instead.

Steps to Order Your Replacement License Online

Go to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety Driver Services website and look for the "Replace a Lost or Stolen License" option. You may see it listed under "Online Services" or "License Replacement." Click that link to begin.

Enter your driver's license number, Social Security number, and date of birth. The system will pull up your current license information and ask you to confirm that everything is correct — your name, address, and license class. If anything is wrong or has changed, stop here and visit a Driver Services office instead; the online system cannot make corrections.

Review the replacement fee of $24.50 and enter your debit or credit card information. Once you submit payment, you'll receive a confirmation number by email. Save this number; you can use it to track your replacement license.

Your new license will be mailed to the address on file. Do not request a different mailing address through the online system — if you need it sent somewhere else, you must go to an office in person.

When You Cannot Use the Online Option

If your license has expired, you cannot order a replacement online. Expired licenses must be renewed in person at a Driver Services office, even if you're only replacing a lost copy. The online system will reject your request if your expiration date has passed.

If your name, address, or any other information on your license has changed since it was issued, the online system will not allow you to proceed. You'll need to visit an office to update your information and request your replacement at the same time. Bring documents that prove your new name or address, such as a marriage certificate, lease, or utility bill.

If you need your license when ready — for example, to drive for work or to travel — do not use the online option. The 7 to 10 business day wait may be too long. Visit a Driver Services office in person; they can issue a temporary license on the spot and a permanent one within a few days.

What Happens After You Order Online

You'll receive a confirmation email with your order number and expected delivery date. Keep this email. The license is printed and mailed from the state's central office, not from a local Driver Services location, so you cannot pick it up early or change the delivery address once the order is placed.

Your replacement license should arrive within 7 to 10 business days. This timeline does not include weekends or state holidays. If more than 10 business days pass and you haven't received it, contact Mississippi Driver Services with your confirmation number to check the status.

Once your new license arrives, destroy your old one if you still have it. If your old license is later found by someone else, they could potentially use it to commit fraud, so cutting it up or shredding it is the safest option.

If You Need to Visit an Office Instead

Find your nearest Mississippi Driver Services office on the state website. Offices are located in most counties, and you do not have to visit the one closest to you — you can go to any office in the state. Some offices take appointments; others operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Check the office's hours and whether it accepts walk-ins before you go.

Bring your Social Security card or a document with your Social Security number, proof of your current address (such as a utility bill or lease), and any other ID you have. If you've lost your license and have no other ID, bring documents that prove your identity and address together — a birth certificate plus a utility bill, for example. The office staff can tell you what combination works.

The in-person replacement fee is the same as online: $24.50. You can pay with cash, check, debit card, or credit card. You'll receive a temporary paper license on the spot and your permanent license by mail within a few days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order a replacement online if my license was stolen?

Yes. Mississippi treats lost and stolen licenses the same way for replacement purposes. You do not need to file a police report first, though you may want to for your own records. Order your replacement online the same way you would for a lost license.

What if I never received my replacement license after 10 business days?

Contact Mississippi Driver Services with your confirmation number and ask them to check the status. Mail delays do happen, especially during holidays. If the license was lost in the mail, the office can issue a new one. You may have to pay another $24.50 fee, depending on the circumstances.

Can I change my address when I order a replacement online?

No. The online system only replaces your license with the information currently on file. If you need to change your address at the same time, visit a Driver Services office in person. Bring proof of your new address, such as a lease or utility bill.

Do I need to bring anything to pick up my replacement license?

Your replacement license is mailed to you automatically; you do not pick it up at an office. It will arrive at the address on your current license within 7 to 10 business days. If you need to change the mailing address, you must cancel the online order and visit an office instead.

What if my license expired while I was waiting for my replacement?

If your original license expired after you placed your online order but before your replacement arrived, your new license will still be valid. The replacement is dated from when you ordered it, not when it arrives. However, you cannot order a replacement online if your license is already expired when you start the process.