How to Renew Your Indiana Driver License

Step-by-step guide for renewing your Indiana license through IN BMV. Covers online, mail, and in-person options, fees, and what to bring.

Validity 6 years

Standard fee $17

Renew early Up to 2 years (24 months) before expiration

After expiration No grace period; a $6 administrative penalty applies if renewed after expiration

Step 1 — Check if you can renew online

Indiana U.S. citizens under age 75 with a license expiring within 24 months (or expired no more than 180 days), an existing photo on file, fewer than 6 active points, and no name/address changes may renew online via myBMV.

Start your online renewal at IN BMV →

Step 2 — Gather your documents

For an in-person renewal, bring:

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

IN BMV charges $17 for a standard non-commercial license renewal valid for 6 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 screening required at in-person renewals; required if renewing an expired license or if age 75+ without recent ophthalmologist/optometrist documentation. 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 Indiana

U.S. citizens don't need to resubmit REAL ID documents at each renewal once on file; non-U.S. citizens must bring updated documents to each renewal in person.

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 Indiana's DMV offices.

Find your nearest Indiana office

Use our Indiana DMV office finder to locate the closest IN BMV location with addresses, hours, and turn-by-turn directions.

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