Do you need to switch to a Real ID?
In May of 2025, to board an airplane, you will need a particular type of identification such as a passport or a Real ID-compliant driver license or ID card. Find out more about
Real ID. To switch to a Real ID-compliant license or ID card, you need to make an appointment or visit a DMV office for standby service.
When you can renew:
- Up to 12 months before or 2 years after your license expires;
- Six months after military discharge;
- Out of state? Call DMV at 503-945-5000 or check to see if you are eligible to renew online.
You will have to apply for a new driver license, pay the original fee and take tests if your Oregon license has been expired for more than 2 years.
You may renew online if you:
- Have a photo on file with DMV that is less than nine years old;
- Want to keep your current photo, height and weight;
- Have changed your address; and you can provide proof this is your current address;
- Do not need or want a
Real ID;
- Do not have a farm or hazmat endorsement;
- Do not want to add or remove restrictions or endorsements;
- Do not hold a limited term license;
- Are not suspended, cancelled or revoked in Oregon or another state; and
- Can pay your renewal fee with a debit or credit card.
Note: If you are 50 years old or older, the eye exam will be waived for online renewals.
To renew online, you need to:- Go
online;
- Answer security questions;
- Answer medical questions;
- Upload proof of current residence address, if your address has changed in the last nine (9) years; and
- Pay the $40 renewal fee, or $70 for a Real ID.
After you meet all the requirements:
If you decide to renew in person at a DMV office, you need to:
After you meet all the requirements:
- You will get an interim card to use as proof of valid driving privileges.
Note: Many government agencies and businesses, such as the Transportation Security Administration and Social Security Administration, do not accept the interim card as proof of identification. Check with the agency or business before you go to find out what documents they will accept.
- Your license will be mailed to the address you provide to DMV. If you move or have a forwarding order on file with USPS the card will not be forwarded.