Renew Your Washington Driver's License
Before your Washington driver's license expires, you need to renew it with the Department of Licensing (DOL) to be able to continue driving legally in Washington.
Beginning in July 2018, Washington State must clearly mark its standard driver’s license and ID cards as noncompliant with federal requirements. By fall of 2018, the Washington State Department of Licensing expects to be in full compliance with the law, and it will apply for certification from the Department of Homeland Security. Washington is a mixture of coastlines, forests, mountains, and even forests. Navigating them all usually requires a car at some point, getting a license to drive starts here with studying for your driver’s permit with the Washington Driver’s Handbook. We provide the most recent edition, pulled directly from the Washington Department of Licensing, so you never have to worry about outdated.
On this page you'll find information on renewing your driver license online, by mail, and in person.
- If you need to renew your WA commercial driver's license (CDL), please see our Renew Your CDL in Washington page.
- If you need to renew your ID card, please see our Identification Cards in Washington page.
When to Renew Your WA Driver's License
As of August 11, 2014 driver's license will be valid for 6 years instead of 5 years. Your driver's license will still expire on your birthday.
The Washington DMV issues two types of licenses:
- Standard driver's license.
- Enhanced driver's license.
Before your driver's license expires, the WA DOL will mail you a renewal notice that will inform you whether you can renew:
- Online.
- By mail.
- In person.
You should receive your new driver's license within 30 days. If you haven't received it within this time, you can contact the Washington DMV by email at [email protected] to check its status.
Requirements may vary based on whether your current Washington driver license is:
- Valid.
- Expired.
- Suspended.
- Lost, damaged, or destroyed.
Valid Driver's License
If you hold a valid drivers license, you can renew it in person up to 1 year before the expiration date.
You can only renew your driver's license by mail once you receive your renewal notice.
Expired Driver's License
If your driver's license is expired, you can still renew, but if it has been expired for more than 60 days, you'll need to pay a $10 late fee in addition to the renewal fee. See the “Fees to Renew Your WA Driver's License' section below.
Suspended Driver's License
If your Washington driver license is suspended, you'll need to reinstate your driving privileges before you can renew it.
For more information, please see our Suspended License in Washington page. Buy license plate sticker illinois.
Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Driver's License
If your Washington drivers license is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can still renew it as long as you know your WA driver's license number.
Do not drive without a valid driver's license in Washington. If you'd like a replacement, please see the Replacing a Lost License in Washington section below.
Online Driver's License Renewal
You can renew your driver license online or through License eXpress if you are 24 to 70 years old. If you're outside of this age range, please contact the WA DOL officesdirectly.
To renew online, visit the Washington DOL website to see if you're eligible. You'll need:
- Your WA driver license number.
- The last 4 digits of your Social Security number (SSN).
- Visa, MasterCard, or American Express for the renewal fee.
- A printer and/or an email address.
If you have a License Express account, you can sign up or log in to renew online.
NOTE:The WA DOL system will notify you if you are not eligible to renew online.
By-Mail Driver's License Renewal
If you've received a renewal notice, you can renew your Washington driver's license by mail.
Follow the instructions on your renewal notice and include a check or money order with your renewal fee. See the “Fees to Renew Your WA Driver's License' section below.
If you are out of state or out of the country when your license expires, you can renew by mail or request an extension.
In-Person Driver's License Renewal
To renew your Washington driver license in person, visit your local Washington DMV office in person. You'll need to:
- Bring your current WA driver's license.
- Pass a vision test.
- Have your photo taken.
- Pay the renewal fee (see “Fees to Renew Your WA Driver's License' below).
NOTE: A convenience fee will be charged for in-person renewals completed with credit/debit cards. Poweriso serial number.
WA Military Members & License Renewal
Notice for Military Members Stationed in Germany
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.
The WA DOL no longer issue licenses with a 'Military' expiration date. These licenses and ID cards have an expiration date. However, even if they expire, they remain valid for 90 days after your honorable discharge.
In order to qualify for this license if you must be:
- An active duty military member.
- A member of the National Guard.
- A reservist called to active duty for 180 days or more.
- The spouse, domestic partner, or dependent of an active duty military member.
Active duty military personnel in Washington can obtain a DOL Authorization card for them self, their spouse and dependents. To apply, visit your local driver licensing office with:
- Your current WA driver's license.
- Proof of active duty military status.
- Military ID (for spouses and dependents).
- Payment for the applicable fee (see below).
Residents currently out of state may mail the above, PLUS a completed Driver License Renewal Request While Out of State (Form DLE-520-008), to the address on the form. Make sure to indicate on the form that you wish to update your military status.
Renewal for Out-of-State WA Residents
If you will be out of state when your drivers license expires, you can renew it by mail OR request an extension for 12 months if:
- Your driver's license is valid.
- You don't have any outstanding fees with the Washington DMV.
Driver's License Extension
To apply for a driver's license extension for 12 months in Washington:
Complete a Driver License Extension Request (form DR-500-019).
- You can have the form sent to you by contacting the WA DMV by:
- Phone: (360) 902-3900.
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Include a check or money order for your $5 extension fee.
Send the above to the WA DMV address specified on the form.
Driver's License Renewal
If you'd like to renew your drivers license while outside of Washington, A license renewed by mail won't contain your photograph or signature. This license can be used to legally drive but cannot be used for identification and will be marked 'identity not verified'. You can renew by mail if:
- You will not be in Washington when your driver's license expires.
- You DO NOT have an enhanced WA driver's license.
- Your Social Security number is valid.
- You completed your previous renewal in person.
To renew your Washington driver license while out of state, you'll need a:
- Completed Driver License Replacement/Renewal Request While Out-of-State application (form DLE-520-008).
- You can have the form sent to you by contacting the WA DMV by:
- Phone: (360) 902-3900.
- E-mail: [email protected].
- You can have the form sent to you by contacting the WA DMV by:
- Check or money order made payable to “Department of Licensing' for the $54 renewal fee.
Mail the above to:
Washington State Driver License Locations
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9048
Olympia, WA 98507
PO Box 9048
Olympia, WA 98507
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NOTE: Your new Washington driver license will not include a photo or a signature and cannot be used to prove your identity.
Fees to Renew Your WA Driver's License
To renew your driver's license in Washington, it will cost you:
- $54 for a standard driver license.
- $78 for an enhanced driver license.
- $5 for a Washington drivers license extension valid 12 months (if you are out of state).
If you renew your driver's license more than 60 days late, it will cost you:
- $54 for a standard driver's license valid for 6 years.
- $10 in addition to the renewal fee for an enhanced driver's license.
Washington State Driver's License Format
Your cost may vary depending on your situation and how you renew.
Accepted Payment Methods
Washington DOL driver licensing offices accept payment by:
- Cash.
- Check.
- MasterCard and American Express credit card. *
- Some VISA debit cards. *
* A convenience fee will be charged for in-person transactions completed with credit/debit cards. Credit/debit cards are not accepted at the following offices:
- Coulee Dam.
- Davenport.
- Friday Harbor.
- Forks.
- Goldendale.
- Newport.
- Republic.
- South Bend.
Online transactions must be made by one of the following credit/debit cards:
- VISA.
- MasterCard.
- American Express.
Applications by mail must be paid for by check or money order made payable to “Department of Licensing.'
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Apply for a Washington Driver's License
If you're looking to get a new driver's license in the state of Washington you have come to the right place. Below you'll find everything you need to know from forms, to fees, to any required testing.
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Are you a new Washington state resident? Congratulations on the move! Now it's time to obtain a Washington driver's license. The Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) gives you 30 days to do so.
To apply for a Washington driver's license, you'll need to provide certain documentation. Follow the instructions in “ Apply for a Washington Driver's License' below.
If you have a valid out-of-state driver's license (or a valid driver's license from British Columbia, Germany, South Korea, Taiwan or Japan), you don't need to pass any kind of driving test—just a vision screening. New residents from Taiwan and Japan will need to take a few additional steps before they can apply for a license.
In addition to providing all required documents and passing the vision tests, you will also need to surrender your out-of-state driver's license to the WA DMV.
NOTE: If you're not a U.S. citizen, you can legally drive in Washington with a valid foreign driver's license for up to 1 year. After this time, you must apply for a Washington driver's license.
Types of WA Driver's Licenses
- Instruction permit and intermediate driver's license.
- Standard adult driver's license.
- Commercial driver's license (CDL).
- Motorcycle license.
- Enhanced driver's license (EDL).
Enhanced Driver's License
An enhanced driver's license (EDL) is only offered to U.S. citizens. It serves the same purpose as a standard driver's license, but offers more protection and security.
Apply for a WA Driver's License
As an applicant who 18 years old and older has a few options for applying for a WA driver's license. If you have not held a permit you can chose to:
- Pass the knowledge and skills tests (without taking a driver training course).
- Pass the knowledge test, get your permit, practice driving with a licensed driver, then pass the skills test.
- Complete an approved driver training course, get your a permit, and then pass the skills test.
Once you decide which route you will take to get your license you may be eligible to begin your application for a driver's license online. This can save you some time but you'll still need to head to a driver's licensing office to complete the process.
When you go to the driver's licensing office you will need:
- Proof of your:
- U.S. citizenship, if you're applying for an EDL.
- Identity.
- WA residence.
- Name change, if applicable.
For a complete list of required documents for an EDL, visit the WA DOL website.
- Payment for the fee:
- Driver's license: Valid for 6 years. $54 plus a $35 application fee.
- Enhanced driver's license (EDL): Valid for 6 years. $78 plus a $35 application fee.
- To pass a written knowledge test and driving test.
- To pass a vision exam.
NOTE: Make sure you visit a WA DOL office that administers written knowledge and driving tests.
NOTE: Only U.S. citizens are eligible for an enhanced driver's license (EDL).
Pass The Written Test On Your First TryTo help you prepare for the knowledge test, the DOL offers a basic practice test. In addition to this test, we recommend studying with an online practice test from our approved partner.
Once you've completed your application and passed your driving test, the Washington DOL will mail you your standard driver's license or enhanced driver's license within 10 days.
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