You are required by law to notify MVD of a name or address change within 10 days. We are required to verify your Social Security number before your record can be updated, therefore you must first contact the or at 800. After you have changed your name with SSA, wait two days for their computer system to be updated. You should then visit an MVD office to present identification in both your new and previous names. For people age 65 and over, or anyone receiving federal Supplemental Security Income disability payments, there is no fee. You may not possess an Arizona identification card and a valid driver license at the same time. You must visit an to complete an application and have a photo taken. If you need to print one, see. You must bring in two forms of identification, at least one must contain a photo, or three forms of non-photo identification. See for a listing of acceptable proof of identification. One proof must be listed under Primary. If you are age 18 or under and unable to sign for yourself, a parent or legal guardian may sign the credential in the legal guardian section on the application. You may replace a lost or stolen driver license or identification card , by or at any. A duplicate ordered online can be sent by express delivery for an additional fee. If you visit an office, you must have two forms of identification, one of which contains your photo or three forms of identification, if no photo. Management approval may be required. If your license has been lost or stolen and you have reason to believe someone else is using it, the incident should be reported to your local police department as an identity theft. See for a listing of acceptable proof of identification. One proof must be listed under Primary. You can change your address. You will be asked to provide your name, date of birth and driver license or identification card number. Address changes are free. When you change your address on our records, it will automatically change the address on your driver-license record and on each vehicle record in which you are designated to receive the registration. A Motor Vehicle Record MVR is the computer printout of a driving or vehicle record. The Motor Vehicle Record Request form lists those permissible uses. If eligible, you can obtain and print a copy of a record. Your signature on the form must be notarized or witnessed by an MVD agent. A suspension has a specific start and end date. When the suspension period ends, you pay the reinstatement fee and any reapplication fees to restore your driving privilege. Revocations are indefinite; there is a minimum length of time, usually one to three years, but the action does not automatically end on that date. You must go through an investigation process to determine whether it would be safe to restore your driving privilege. If approved for reinstatement, there would be reinstatement and reapplication fees. The reinstatement process can vary, depending on the reason for the suspension. Court-ordered suspensions require a clearance from the court. Other suspensions may require an SR22. Once any required documentation is obtained, take the documents to your local driver-license facility, and pay the appropriate reinstatement and reapplication fees. For reinstatement fees, payment may be made in cash, by cashier's check or by money order. Some offices accept credit cards. Cash and credit card payments are not accepted by mail. No personal checks are accepted. If you have met all the requirements to reinstate your license except for paying the fees, then you may be able to reinstate. Provided you meet the necessary requirements, a restricted driving permit can be issued to you either by mail or in any driver license office. Failure to maintain proper insurance could lead to the suspension of your vehicle registration, driver license or both. To reinstate these privileges, fees and future proof of financial responsibility must be filed with MVD. The future proof requirement is most commonly an SR22 from an insurance company licensed to conduct business in the state of Arizona. If the license is revoked, you must submit a. We will then conduct an investigation, which is a process that takes up to 30 days. If your reinstatement request is approved, you will pay the necessary reinstatement and reapplication fees, and your privileges will be restored. If your request is denied, you are eligible to request an administrative hearing. An investigation packet is not required for reinstatement of medical revocations. For reinstatement fees, payment may be made in cash, by cashier's check or by money order. Some offices accept credit cards. Cash and credit card payments are not accepted by mail. No personal checks are accepted. You must include your first, middle and last name; date of birth; license number; mailing address; home and business phones; and case number. Upon receipt of your written request, a hearing may be scheduled, and you will be notified by mail as to the date, time and location. A number of documented driving studies have indicated that youthful drivers could benefit from the education and experience required by a graduated driver licensing program. You are required to update your photo every 12 years. At the end of 12 years, a notice will be sent to you requesting that you visit a driver license facility for a new photo and replacement driver license. Failure to comply with this request may result in disqualification for certain driver license services, including online services, such as duplicate replacements for lost or damaged licenses. You may renew your driver license anytime before the expiration date of your current license. You must visit an to complete an application, have a photo taken and pass a vision screening. If you need to print one, see. You will submit your current driver license as your primary identification document. If we cannot retrieve your photo, you will be asked for a secondary form of identification. See for a list of acceptable proof of identification. You cannot renew your license online. You are required to update your photo every 12 years. At the end of 12 years, a notice will be sent to you requesting that you visit a driver license facility for a new photo and replacement driver license. Failure to comply with this request may result in disqualification for certain driver license services, including online services, such as duplicate replacements for lost or damaged licenses. In addition, you will be required to pass a vision screening test. The renewed license will be valid for five years. At one time, driver licenses were issued with an expiration date on the driver's 60th birthday. Then, the law changed to extend the expiration date an additional five years to age 65. The computer records for those licenses were automatically updated to reflect the new expiration date. If you have a license that indicates that it expires at age 60, you may continue to use the license you have. No action on your part is required. However, because it has the old expiration date, it may no longer be viewed as a valid document when you present it as a means of identification. If you have a digital photo on file, you may obtain a duplicate license showing the new expiration date. If your Social Security number appears on your license, you may request that it be replaced by an MVD system-generated number. If you do not have a digital photo on file, you must visit a driver-license office in person to complete the application process and have a new photo taken. Mail to the address below. Please allow four weeks for delivery. Motor Vehicle Division P. You must be at least 18 for an operator permit. With a graduated permit, you must be accompanied by a class A, B, C or D licensed driver, who is at least 21 years of age and occupies the seat beside you. With an operator permit you must be accompanied by a class A, B, C or D licensed driver who occupies the seat beside you. These permits are valid for 12 months. With a motorcycle permit, you are prohibited from operating a motorcycle on freeways or interstate highways, between sunset and sunrise, or at any time when there is not enough light to see persons or vehicles clearly at a distance of 500 feet. The motorcycle instruction permit is valid for seven months and can be renewed one time within a 24-month period. See for more details. You may legally drive in Arizona using a valid driver license from another country. An international driving license or permit is not required, but it is recommended because it can be printed in English and used in conjunction with the driver license from the other country. If an international driving license or permit is used alone, it must be issued by a country other than the United States. Vehicle rental companies may have additional requirements. Out-of-state students enrolled with seven or more semester hours are not considered Arizona residents, regardless of employment. Active-duty military personnel based in Arizona who qualify for exemption under the Service Members Civil Relief Act of 2003 are not considered Arizona residents. Most delinquent court financial obligations can be paid online or by phone at 866. When paying online, you will need the court case number or the notice number located on the collection notice. Case number information can be obtained or by calling 602. When paying by phone, you will need the collections notice number. If your case is not delinquent and submitted to collections, or does not appear on the payment website, please contact the court for other payment options, further instructions or both. You will receive a confirmation number with a link to after making a payment. If all outstanding court financial obligations are paid in full, you or any co-owners can complete your vehicle registrations that are due. If a court appearance is required, you must appear in court before you and any co-owners will be able to register these vehicles. Only court financial obligations approved for online payment are displayed online. You may have other outstanding obligations with Arizona courts. If your driving privilege has been suspended, you will need to reinstate your license before you can operate any motor vehicle on the public roads of this state. If you have met all requirements to reinstate your driving privilege except for paying the fees, then you may be able to reinstate online. Note: We cannot accept payment for any delinquent fines or penalties owed to the courts. Payment must be made directly to the courts or as indicated above. Questions should be directed to the courts. The Arizona helps you resolve ongoing issues with State Agencies. Pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA and other nondiscrimination laws and authorities, ADOT does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Requests should be made as early as possible to ensure the State has an opportunity to address the accommodation. De acuerdo con el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades ADA por sus siglas en inglés y otras normas y leyes antidiscriminatorias, el Departamento de Transporte de Arizona ADOT no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad o discapacidad. Las personas que requieran asistencia dentro de lo razonable ya sea por el idioma o discapacidad deben ponerse en contacto con la Oficina de Derechos Civiles de ADOT en. Las solicitudes deben hacerse lo más antes posible para asegurar que el Estado tenga la oportunidad de hacer los arreglos necesarios.
