Oregon DMV Driver & ID-related FAQs

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Driver & ID-related FAQs

Overview

This page provides links to frequently asked questions and answers that pertain to drivers and identity.

Use the links below to go directly to any section:

Accidents
Address Changes
Central Issuance
Disabled Parking Permits
Driver Improvement
Driver Licenses and Identification Cards
Driving Records and Personal Records
Insurance and SR-22
Miscellaneous
Moving & Traveling
Proof of Name, Legal Presence, Identity, Date of Birth and SSN
Reinstating Your Driving Privileges
Related Information
Senate Bill 1080
Suspensions
Under 18/Student-Related

Accidents

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

I was in an accident, do I have to file an accident report?
How soon do I need to file an accident report?
I was in a collision and the other party did not have insurance, what do I do?

Address Changes

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

I have just moved, how long do I have before I must notify DMV?
Is there a fee for an Address Change?
How do I change my address on my driver license or vehicle registration?
My address sticker has become illegible, so can I get a replacement?

Central Issuance

Central Issuance is a term used to describe the production and distribution of driver licenses, identification cards and permits from a central location vs. real-time, over the counter production and distribution from DMV offices.

Click here for frequently asked questions about central issuance.

Disabled Parking Permits

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

Who qualifies for a disabled permit?
What steps are required to obtain disabled registration/permits/plates?
How long is a disabled permit valid?

Driver Improvement

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

What is the Driver Improvement Program?
Does DMV have any safe driving tips?
What is DMV's Medically At-Risk Driver Program?

Driver Licenses and Identification Cards

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

How do I get a driver license or instruction permit?
How do I renew my driver license?
How do I replace my driver license?
How do I get a Commercial Driver License (CDL)?
What will it cost to get an Oregon Driver License, ID Card or Permit?
How do I get an identification (ID) Card?
How do I renew an identification (ID) Card?
How do I replace an identification (ID) Card?
How do I get a replacement address change sticker?
How long must a minor hold an instruction permit before taking the drive test?
Is there a practice test online?
What information will I need when I take my drive test?
If my license expires am I required to retake all the tests to get a new license?
My Oregon Driver License was stolen. What do I need to do?
How do I schedule a drive test?
What is needed in Oregon to operate a motorcycle?
How do I change my name on my driver license/ID card?
What are driver license restrictions and endorsements?
What driver license classes/classifications are issued by DMV?

Driving Records and Personal Records

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

Can anyone call DMV and get information on my driving record?
What tickets do I have on my driving record?
How do access more DMV records-related FAQs?

Insurance and SR-22

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

What type and how much insurance am I required to have?
What happens if I don't get insurance?
Is my out-of-state insurance valid in Oregon?
I have questions about the Automobile Liability Insurance Reporting (ALIR) system?
What is an SR-22?
How long am I required to have an SR-22?
If I am not in Oregon, why do I have to file an SR-22 there?

Miscellaneous

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

What is an Ignition Interlock Device?
When is the best time of day to visit a DMV office?
Can I pay using a credit or debit card?
Where can I find a list of fees?
How do I get information about DMV records and my privacy?

Moving & Traveling

This section is applicable to individuals moving to, from and within the state of Oregon, and traveling within and outside of the state.

Click here for frequently asked questions about moving and traveling.

Proof of Name, Legal Presence, Identity, Date of Birth and SSN

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

What is the required identity and residency documentation for driver licenses, permits and and identification cards?
Why is DMV collecting Social Security Numbers?
What if I don't have a Social Security Number?
Who will see my Social Security Number?
How do I provide proof of my full legal name?
How do I provide proof of my legal presence in the U.S., identity and date of birth?
How do I provide proof of my social security number (SSN)?
How do I provide proof of my Oregon residence address?

Reinstating Your Driving Privileges

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

How do I reinstate a driving privilege?
Oregon DMV shows I have a suspended license. I have never applied for or been issued an Oregon license. I have a valid license from another state, what should I do?
How do I request a clearance letter?
I moved out of state, but just received a suspension notice. What do I do now?
I do not live in Oregon. Why do I have to pay a reinstatement fee?

Related Information

Additional information that may be relevant includes:

Senate Bill 1080

SB 1080 refers to Senate Bill 1080 which impacts identity and legal presence verification requirements. It was passed by the Oregon legislature in 2008.

Click here for frequently asked questions about SB 1080.

Suspensions

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

Oregon DMV shows that I have a suspended license but I have never applied for or been issued an Oregon license and I have a valid license from another state, what should I do?
My driver license has been suspended or revoked, how can I make it valid again?
I do not live in Oregon, so do I have to pay a reinstatement fee?
How do I request a clearance letter?
I moved out of state, but just received a suspension notice so what do I do now?
My license was suspended, revoked or cancelled and the notice I received indicates that I may request an administrative review, what is an administrative review and how do I submit an administrative review request?

Under 18/Student-Related

Click on the underlined portion of any question below to access the answer:

Does DMV have any special information tailored for teens?
Does DMV have any safe driving tips for younger drivers?
How do I access more teen-related FAQs?

Page updated: December 17, 2009

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