• You can renew your drivers' license in any one of our branch offices during regular business hours.
• Your license is valid for a maximum of five (5) years. If you are 70 years old or older, your license will only be valid for two (2) years.
• Licenses that have been expired for three years or more cannot be renewed. If your license has been expired for a period of three years or more, you will be required to take a written exam and a road test.
• Renewal fees are $31.50 for five years, and $9.50 for those 68 and over. You will be issued a temporary license valid for 60 days. Your actual license will be mailed to you.
• To renew your license, you need to appear in person at a DMV branch office. You should have your current license and renewal form. If you did not receive a renewal form in the mail, just bring your current license.
• To change or correct your address on your license at the time you are renewing, please bring proof of your new address.

Please be advised that the Division of Motor Vehicles requires you to present your original, unlaminated Social Security card for all NEW license and ID card transactions. We will no longer require the presentation of a Social Security card for renewals of RI operator or CDL licenses or RI Identification Cards. In addition, anyone who was denied renewal based on a lack of SS card since 8/1/07 may apply for renewal even if the ID or license has expired.

If you do not have your Social Security card, please contact the Social Security Administration or go to their website at www.ssa.gov

 

Organ Donation

The Division of Motor Vehicles in conjunction with the New England Organ Donor Bank allows you to register to be an organ donor when you renew or obtain a new license. Simply fill out the form and carry the Uniform Organ Donor card in your wallet. Be certain that your family is aware that you wish to be an organ donor. For more information, contact the New England Organ Donor Bank directly.

Voter Registration

If you are renewing your license and you will be 18 years old by the next election and a US Citizen, you can register to vote at the DMV's License section.

Selective Service

If you are between the ages of 18 - 25 and male, you must register for Selective Service. At the time your photo is taken, the DMV clerk will ask you a question regarding Selective Service in order to register you.