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Renew a driver license

3 quick questions. Then you'll know if you can do it online, or exactly what to bring.

Question 1 of 3

  1. 1Are you switching to REAL ID or Enhanced, or changing your photo or license class?

    Keeping the type you have now, including an existing REAL ID or Enhanced, can be done online.

  2. 2Has your license been expired for 2 years or more?
  3. 3Do you have a vision test result ready?

    An eye care provider in the DMV Vision Registry can send it in, or an eye doctor can fill in form MV-619.

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