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COVID-19 Effects on Licensing Services

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, state DMVs nationwide have closed driver licensing offices, extended license and registration expiration dates, and/or limited the transactions they are processing. If possible, residents should use the DMV's online services to complete any relevant transactions. Follow the DHSMV's recent updates for the latest information.

To renew your Florida driver's license:

  • Visit the Florida GoRenew Online System.
  • Enter your driver's license number, birth date, and SSN.
  • Pay the $48 renewal fee.

For eligibility requirements and other renewal options, continue reading!

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  1. This section indicates when your original driver's license was issued. If applicable, it will also contain information about your commercial driver's license (CDL) or any driver's licenses you held in other states. This section displays the type and status of your current license, as well as issue dates and expiration dates.
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  3. Driving tests that can be scheduled include CDL (basic, pre-trip and skills), Class D and E Drivers Licenses, and Motorcycle Skills. Once you have selected your service type and the specific FL DMV service you are scheduling you will enter your personal information including your name, date of birth, gender, phone number, county, and email address.
  4. Florida’s newest drivers still need to take behind-the-wheel tests to get licenses, but they should expect some changes in the way tests are conducted, at least while the coronavirus is still.

Driver's License Renewal in Florida

You must renew your FL driver's license before it expires if you plan to continue driving in the state.

For information about renewing your Florida commercial driver license (CDL) or FL state ID cards, you can visit our Renewing Your CDL in Florida or Identification Cards in Florida pages.

REAL ID License Renewals

The FL DHSMV complies with the REAL ID Act in order to meet federal requirements. Its REAL ID-compliant licenses allow their holders to board domestic flights or enter federal facilities.

If you currently hold a non-compliant FL driver's license, you will be required to bring a series of identification documents to your local FL DMV driver license office when you renew your FL driver's license. Details are below.

When to Renew Your FL Driver's License

Before your license expires, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) will mail you a renewal notice telling you that it's time to renew. The DHSMV allows you to renew your valid FL driver's license up to 18 months before the expiration date.

Checking on your license mailing status?

If you need to find out the status of your renewed license, contact the Florida DHSMV—unfortunately, DMV.ORG cannot check on this information for you.

Jump over to our Status Check page and choose your state and preferred method of contact for the proper office.

  • Your FL driver's license will be valid for 8 years at a time.
  • If you're 80 years old or older, your FL driver license will be valid for 6 years and you'll be required to pass a vision test to renew it.

Your eligibility will differ from the above if your license is:

  • Expired.
  • Suspended or revoked.
  • Missing or damaged.

See the options below if any of these pertain to you.

Expired Driver's License

You can renew an expired FL driver's license within 12 months of the expiration date, but note that you will need to pay a late fee of $15. The FL DHSMV may also require you to pass the written exam.

If the expiration date of your Florida driver's license falls on a weekend or legal holiday, the FL DMV will extend your renewal period to midnight of the following business day.

Temporary Permits in Florida

You may be eligible for a temporary driving permit in certain circumstances. To see if you may qualify for a temporary permit contact your local FL DMV office.

NOTE: This only applies if your FL driver's license is not suspended, revoked, cancelled or disqualified.

For information about applying for a FL driver's license, visit:

  • Applying for a Teen FL License
    OR

Suspended or Revoked Driver's License

If your FL driving record shows that your driver's license is suspended or revoked, the DHSMV will refuse to issue you a renewed driver's license. For information about how to reinstate your driver's license in Florida, visit our Suspended License in Florida page.

Damaged, Lost, or Stolen Driver's License

You'll need to bring your FL driver's license with you when you renew in person. If it has been lost or stolen, you may still renew it online if you have your FL driver's license number.

If you misplaced your driver's license in Florida, you may apply for a replacement online or inperson at your local FL DMV office. Read our page about Replacing a Lost License in Florida to learn how to obtain a duplicate copy of your FL driver's license.

FL License Renewal Options & Steps

REAL ID-Compliant Renewals

If you currently hold a non-compliant FL driver's license, you're required to make switch to the new REAL ID driver's licenses.

To become REAL ID-compliant in Florida, you must bring a series of identification documents in person to your local FL DMV driver license office when you renew. For a complete list, visit the Florida DHSMV document guide.

You can renew your FL driver license online or inperson at your local Florida DMV office. You cannot renew your driver's license in Florida byphone or bymail**.

See each option below for details on how to renew.

**Military members: Please see the Out-of-State Military Members section below for your options.

Online Renewals

Renewing your FL driver's license online is the most convenient option. To be eligible to renew your FL driver's license online, you must meet the following requirements:

  • Your last driver license renewal was done in person.
  • You are NOT renewing a commercial driver's license.
  • You are a U.S. citizen.
  • Your FL driver license has not been suspended, canceled, or revoked.

To renew your FL driver's license online, visit the Florida GoRenew Online System and enter your:

  • FL driver's license number (including the form number on the back).
  • Date of birth.
  • Last 4 digits of your Social Security number (SSN).
  • Credit card number for the $48 renewal fee.
    • See the License Renewal Fees section below for more information.

The Florida DMV will mail your renewed FL driver's license. If you don't receive it, you can contact the FL DMV to check the status of your license renewal.

In-Person Renewals

To renew your FL driver's license in person (you MUST go in person if you have a non-REAL ID-compliant license) , visit your local FL DHSMV office. You must bring:

  • Proof of:
    • Identity (1 document), such as your:
      • U.S. passport (valid and unexpired).
      • Birth certificate (original or certifiedcopy).
      • Certificate of Naturalization issued by the DHS.
    • Social Security number (1 document), such as your:
      • Driver license from any U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or U.S. territory.
      • School record showing your date of birth and the registrar's signature.
      • Marriage certificate.
    • FL residency (2 documents), such as your:
      • Florida voter registration card.
      • W-2 or 1099 form.
      • Florida vehicle registration or title.
  • Payment for the $48 renewalfee. See License Renewal Fees below for a breakdown.

The Florida DHSMV website has lists of acceptable documents to bring in for each requirement based off of your citizenship status:

Non-U.S. Citizens

If you're a non-U.S. citizen and would like to renew your FL driver's license, you must visit your local FL DMV office in person and provide proof of your legal presence, such as your:

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  • Permanent Resident Card Form I-551.
  • I-551 stamp on your passport or I-94 form/number.
  • Immigration judge's order with your A-number.

Vision Testing

If you're 80 years old or older, you must pass a vision test when you renew your FL driver license. You may have your vision test administered by a medical doctor, osteopathic physician, or an optometrist.

Your doctor must complete the Mature Driver Vision Test (Form HSMV 72119) and submit it to the FL DHSMV. If you pass the vision test, you may proceed with your FL driver's license renewal. Otherwise, you must visit a FL licensed eye specialist and complete a Report of Eye Exam (Form HSMV 72010).

NOTE: Vision tests administered by out-of-state doctors are not accepted.

Out-of-State Military Members

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If you are currently stationed in Germany, please be aware that some states require you to have a valid U.S. driver's license in addition to your USAREUR license. Read our article for more information.

If you're a FL military member stationed outside of Florida, you can:

  • Renew your FL driver's license online or by mail up to 18 months in advance.
    OR
  • Apply for an extension.

Choose your option below for details.

Online Renewal

If your U.S. citizenship is established on your FL driving record, you're eligible to renew your valid FL driver's license online while stationed out-of-state. Your license MAY OR MAY NOT be able to be delivered to an out-of-state address, so be prepared to have someone mail it to you once it arrives to your FL address, if that's the case.

See the 'Online' option under FL License Renewal Options & Steps above.

By-Mail Renewal

You can renew your FL driver's license by mail if you:

  • Renewed your last driver license in person.
  • Are NOT renewing a commercial driver's license.
  • Are a U.S. citizen.
  • Have a FL driver license that is NOT suspended, canceled, or revoked.

Visit the Florida DMV e-mail response form page and select “Military Personnel–Need Florida License' to request a mail-in renewal packet.

Driver's License Extensions

You can apply for a free Military Extension card, which you can use after your discharge from military duty. Your card will extend your expired FL driver's license for an additional 90 days. This applies to:

  • All active-duty military personnel.
  • Military spouses, children, and stepchildren.
    • Children must be under 21 years old living in the same household.

To apply for a Florida driver license extension, you can:

  • Call (850) 617-2000.
  • E-mail the FL DHSMV.
    OR
  • Complete a Military Personnel and Dependents Affidavit and Driver License Extension Application (Form HSMV 73032) and mail it to the address specified on the form.

The Florida DHSMV will mail you an extension card to carry with your FL driver license and U.S. military ID.

At the end of the 90 days, you must either renew your FL driver license inperson at your local FL DMV office, or apply for a driver license in the state you're located currently.

License Renewal Fees in FL

  • Class E driver's license renewal fee: $48.
  • Late fee: $15 (in addition to renewal fee).
  • Florida skills retest: $20.
  • Florida knowledge retest: $10.
  • Tax Collector Additional Service fee: $6.25.

Accepted Payment Methods

All Florida state-sponsored DHSMV service centers accept the following payment options:

  • Cash.
  • Check.
  • MasterCard.
  • Discover Card.
  • American Express.
  • VISA.

For online transactions, payment must be made by credit/debit card only.

Contact your local FL DMV driver license office for more information about acceptable payment methods.

Forms

HSMV 72010
Report of Eye Exam
Required if you fail your vision test when applying for OR renewing a Florida driver's license or permit. Must be completed by an eye doctor.
HSMV 73032
Military Personnel and Dependents Affidavit and Driver License Extension Application
Form for military members, spouses, and dependents to request an extension on driver's license renewal from the FL DHSMV.
HSMV 72119
Mature Driver Vision Test
Submit this form if you're a mature driver and require an eye exam as part of renewing your Florida driver's license. Must be completed by an eye doctor.

This form is provided by your state's agency/department.

Please select one of the below to continue:

Email the link to this form

Have you ever wondered what's in your Florida driving record? If not, consider the effects that your driving history can have on your life and career.

Insurance companies routinely check driving records to determine their clients' car insurance rates, and employers review records while screening job candidates and deciding if an employee should drive a company vehicle.

Your Florida driving record, also known as your motor vehicle record (MVR), contains important information about your driving history, including:

  • Any moving or nonmoving violations
  • Crashes that resulted in a citation
  • Driving restrictions, such as daylight driving only
  • License suspensions
  • Traffic school completions
  • Exam results

You can obtain a copy of your Florida driving record online at FloridaDrivingRecord.com. When you order, you can choose to receive your record by U.S. mail or instantly by email. Alternatively, you can request your MVR by visiting any driver's license office or any tax collector or county clerk that provides this service.

Types of Florida Driving Records

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Three types of Florida driving records are available online:

  • Three-year driving record
  • Seven-year driving record
  • Complete driving record

Three- and seven-year driving records contain traffic infractions, driving restrictions and additional information. However, if you received a ticket and went to traffic school to keep points off your license, those infractions will not appear on your three- or seven-year driving records.

Your complete driving record will contain all infractions, driving restrictions and additional information dating back approximately 11 years. It will list any traffic infractions that were removed from your three- and seven-year driving records because you completed traffic school. It will also include traffic infractions that other states have reported to Florida.

Are You Close to Having Your License Suspended?

Florida drivers who accumulate too many points on their record can lose their license temporarily. If you have committed several traffic violations and want to know how close you are to getting your license suspended, you can order a copy of your driving record to find out.

The state will suspend your license for 30 days if you accumulate 12 points over a 12-month period. Receiving 18 points over 18 months will result in a three-month suspension. And if you accumulate 24 points over 36 months, then your license will be suspended for a full year.

Check Your Driving Record for Incorrect Information

If the information on your driving record is inaccurate, you may end up paying higher insurance rates or missing out on job opportunities. Periodically review your driving record as you would your credit report to find any errors that could harm your financial well-being.

If you notice any errors on your motor vehicle record, contact the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles at 850-617-2000.

Sections Included in Your Florida Driving Record

Your driving record is divided into multiple sections that list information on your identity, driving history, license type and more. Find out exactly what information is included in your driving record.

Personal Information

Driving records typically contain identifying information such as your name, date of birth, address and social security number. But when you order your driving record online, your name, address and social security number will not appear. The protection of this information is mandated by the Driver Privacy Protection Act (DPPA) and federal regulations.

Current License Type

This section displays the class of your current license. A Class E license, which is the most common, allows you to drive noncommercial motor vehicles that weigh less than 26,001 pounds.

Original and Prior State Information

This section indicates when your original driver's license was issued. If applicable, it will also contain information about your commercial driver's license (CDL) or any driver's licenses you held in other states.

License Type

This section displays the type and status of your current license, as well as issue dates and expiration dates. Your status may be listed as eligible, noneligible, suspended, canceled, disqualified or revoked. The License Type section will also list any permits, identification cards, operators and CDLs you have held previously.

Issuance History

Here you will find the issue dates for your licenses and ID cards, including the dates of any renewals and replacements.

Exams

Driver

The Exams section provides your scores on exams, including knowledge tests, driving tests and vision tests. It lists the number of exam attempts, the dates and your results.

CDL Exams

When applicable, this section provides your commercial driver's license exam scores, testing dates, the number of test attempts and your results.

Restrictions and Endorsements

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This section lists any driving restrictions and endorsements on your license. Restrictions limit your ability to drive by requiring certain conditions to be met. For example, you may be required to wear corrective lenses or drive only automatic transmission vehicles. Endorsements allow you to drive certain vehicles, such as motorcycles, hazardous material transports or tankers.

Special Driver Information

Information related to your status or driving record is found in this section. It may indicate that you are a safe driver, an organ donor or a person eligible to renew your license online.

Sanctions

This section lists any actions taken against you for violating state or federal laws while driving.

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Violations

The Violations section contains information about your traffic violations, including the date, location, citation number and number of points added to your record.

Crashes

This section lists any crashes you were involved in that resulted in a citation.

Driver's School

This section lists the driver's school courses you completed after a sanction or violation.

Correspondence

This section lists the clerk of court school elections for violations. It will list instances when you were not eligible to elect to go to traffic school or when you failed to complete a course in the required time frame. Your complete driving record will also list satisfaction of sanctions, such as a failure to comply with a traffic citation.

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Florida Driving Records for Businesses

Businesses that routinely check the driving records of their employees or job candidates can receive discounted rates on online driving records. For more information, visit FloridaDrivingRecord.com.