To renew your driver's license in Missouri, you need the following:
- You must renew in person unless you are out of state and active military; then you can renew by mail using form 4317. Online renewals are not available.
- Bring these documents:
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of lawful status in the U.S.
- Proof of Social Security number (last four digits)
- Proof of Missouri residential address (you need two proofs for a REAL ID)
- You will need to take a road sign and vision test at renewal.
- Pay the appropriate fees.
- If your DMV office does not print licenses on-site, you will receive a temporary paper license and your renewed license will be mailed to you.
Additionally, if you want a REAL ID-compliant license, you will need to bring documents from the approved list and allow time for processing and mailing (around 10–15 days). This is important if you want to use your license for federal purposes starting May 7, 2025. You can renew up to six months before your license expires. Missouri law does not have a grace period; driving with an expired license even a day later can lead to fines. If your license has been expired over six months, you may need to retake the written and driving tests. Age-related expiration:
- Ages 16-17: license expires up to 2 years after issuance
- Ages 18-20: license expires on birthday, up to 3 years after issuance
- Ages 21-69: license expires every 6 years on birthday
- Age 70 and older: license expires every 3 years on birthday
References to Missouri DMV websites confirm these requirements for renewal.
