How to Renew Your Arizona Driver License

Step-by-step guide for renewing your Arizona license through AZ MVD. Covers online, mail, and in-person options, fees, and what to bring.

Validity Standard Class D license is valid until age 65 (with a new photo required every 12 years); after 65, renewal is required every 5 years.

Standard fee $25

Renew early Up to 6 months before expiration

Step 1 — Check if you can renew online

Most Arizonans can renew online at AZMVDNow.gov; an in-person visit may be required for an updated photo, vision test, or if applying for a Travel ID (REAL ID) for the first time.

Start your online renewal at AZ MVD →

Step 2 — Gather your documents

For an in-person renewal, bring:

Your current Arizona driver license.
Proof of identity (passport, certified birth certificate).
Proof of Arizona residency — utility bill, lease, or bank statement showing your current address (most states require two documents).
Social Security card or W-2.
Payment for the renewal fee (cash, check, or card — varies by office).

Step 3 — Pay the renewal fee

AZ MVD charges $25 for a standard non-commercial license renewal. CDL and motorcycle endorsement renewals cost extra; check the official fee schedule for exact amounts.

Step 4 — Take a vision test (if required)

Vision test required for in-person renewal (uncorrected 20/40 or better in one eye); not required for online renewal. Bring your glasses or contacts if you wear them.

Step 5 — Receive your new license

You'll get a temporary paper license at the DMV that's valid for 30-60 days. Your permanent plastic license arrives by mail in 7-14 business days. If your renewal was online, expect 10-21 days mailing time.

REAL ID upgrade in Arizona

Arizona Travel ID (REAL ID) requires an in-person visit for a photo and identity documents; the Travel ID renewal fee is $25.

Common pitfalls

Don't forget address updates. If you moved since your last renewal, update the address before renewing — many states won't mail to a non-matching address.
REAL ID upgrade requires originals. Photocopies of your birth certificate or passport will be rejected. Bring the originals or certified copies.
Walk-in waits can be 2-4 hours. Book an appointment online at any of Arizona's DMV offices.

Find your nearest Arizona office

Use our Arizona DMV office finder to locate the closest AZ MVD location with addresses, hours, and turn-by-turn directions.

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