How do I renew my driver's license in Maryland?

Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration

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Maryland's MVA lets many drivers renew online, by mail, or in person; your renewal notice says which methods you qualify for.

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Check your renewal notice: It says whether you can renew online, by mail, or must visit; licenses expired a year or more need in-person renewal.
Update address/name first: USPS forwarding doesn't update MVA records; update name changes with SSA first.
Renew via myMVA or in person: Use myMVA if eligible, or visit an MVA office.
Vision and issuance: Vision requirements are checked; the license is then mailed.
Find an official office if you need to go in person: Use the agency's official office finder: https://mva.maryland.gov/locations

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Renew a License or ID | MDOT MVA · Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration · reviewed 2026-09-29

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