Alabama DMV fees and documents

    Every Alabama fee and document DMV.ai has on file, grouped by task. Each one links to the official page it came from. Anything a state page doesn't state is left out, not guessed.

    29 items across 7 tasks.

    Change your address

    Reviewed Oct 1, 2026 · Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Driver License Division

    Fees

    • License/ID record update

      Free, per the DL-99 form.

      alea.gov

      Not stated

    Documents

    • Form DL-99

      From ALEA's Driver License Forms page.

    • One proof of address

      Bill, voter card, vehicle registration, lease/mortgage or insurance document.

    Source: alea.gov

    Driver’s license renewal

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)

    Fees

    • Driver license (purchase/renewal)

      Driver or Learner License (age 16 and older)

      alea.gov

      $36.25

    Documents

    • DL100 Renewal Form

      Required for mail renewal, listing current license number, updated info, and signature.

    • Supporting documentation

      Out-of-state mail renewals require proof such as military orders and ID, student enrollment verification, or employer letter.

    Source: alea.gov

    First-time driver's license

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)

    Fees

    • Knowledge test fee

      No checks accepted.

      alea.gov

      $5

    • License fee

      4% surcharge on credit cards.

      alea.gov

      $36.25

    Documents

    • Identity documents

      Two photo IDs or three non-photo IDs, plus Social Security card.

    • Birth certificate

      Required for 15-year-old learner applicants.

    • School enrollment/graduation proof

      Required if under 19.

    Source: alea.gov

    New resident guide

    Reviewed Oct 1, 2026 · Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) / Dept. of Revenue

    Fees

    • Fees on the official page

      Confirm current amounts with the agency

      alea.gov

      $36.25 to purchase license; $5 test fee

    Documents

    • Out-of-state license

    • Social Security card

    • Two proofs of principal residence

    • Vehicle title

    Source: alea.gov

    REAL ID

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

    Fees

    • Driver license (purchase)

      Driver or Learner License (age 16 and older)

      alea.gov

      $36.25

    Documents

    • Proof of identity & date of birth

      One document such as a valid unexpired U.S. passport or certified birth certificate

    • Social Security Number proof

      Document displaying full Social Security Number, e.g. Social Security card

    • Two proofs of principal residence

      Two documents such as a utility bill or lease showing your Alabama address

    • Name change documentation

      Certified documents (marriage certificate, court order) if your name differs from your ID document

    Source: alea.gov

    Title transfer

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Alabama Department of Revenue

    Fees

    • Title application fee (motor vehicle)

      Per application for Alabama certificate of title for a motor vehicle

      revenue.alabama.gov

      $15.00

    Documents

    • Outstanding title/MCO

      The outstanding manufacturer's certificate of origin or certificate of title assigned to the applicant

    • Supporting ownership documents

      Documents supporting the transfer of the vehicle to the applicant

    • Out-of-state registration

      If vehicle is from a non-titling jurisdiction, surrender outstanding registration documents substantiating ownership

    Source: revenue.alabama.gov

    Vehicle registration

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Alabama Department of Revenue

    Fees

    Documents

    • Alabama certificate of title

      Vehicle owner must first apply for an Alabama certificate of title through a designated agent

    • Mandatory liability insurance

      Vehicle must be covered by an Alabama liability insurance policy prior to registration

    • Ownership documentation

      Bill of sale, court order, or properly assigned certificate of origin for inspection when title isn't required

    Source: revenue.alabama.gov

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