How to Renew Your Florida Driver License

Step-by-step guide for renewing your Florida license through FL DHSMV. Covers online, mail, and in-person options, fees, and what to bring.

Validity 8 years

Standard fee $48

Renew early Up to 18 months before expiration

Step 1 — Check if you can renew online

Online renewal via GoRenew/MyDMV Portal is available every other renewal cycle to Florida residents with a REAL ID-compliant credential. Customers needing a photo update, lacking REAL ID compliance, or holding a CDL must renew in person.

Start your online renewal at FL DHSMV →

Step 2 — Gather your documents

For an in-person renewal, bring:

Your current Florida driver license.
Proof of identity (passport, certified birth certificate).
Proof of Florida 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

FL DHSMV charges $48 for a standard non-commercial license renewal valid for 8 years. 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 at each renewal; can be completed at the service center or via Form 72010 from a licensed eye specialist (drivers 80+ must submit Form 72119 or test in person). 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 Florida

First-time REAL ID upgrade must be done in person at a driver license service center with required identity, SSN, and residency documents; subsequent renewals of a REAL ID may be done online.

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 Florida's DMV offices.

Find your nearest Florida office

Use our Florida DMV office finder to locate the closest FL DHSMV location with addresses, hours, and turn-by-turn directions.

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