License Renewal

License Renewal

You should receive a renewal notice by mail approximately 30 days before your driver's license expires. If you do not receive your renewal application, you must complete (form #VL-021). All questions on the renewal application must be answered and the application must be signed. Any changes (such as address change) must be indicated on the form.

You may renew by mail if your license photo was taken within the last 4 years and is not a Commercial Driver's License.

Mail renewal notice (or completed form VL-021) to;

Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles
120 State Street
Montpelier, VT 05603-0001

If you have a Driving Privilege Card (DPC) and wish to upgrade to a Real ID Compliant Driver’s License or Enhanced Driver’s License (EDL) you must renew in person and you will need documentation from each of the 4 categories below:

Proof of identity and age
Proof of lawful status in the United States
Proof of Social Security Number
Proof of Vermont residency and current address

Note: additional documentation will be required if your name has changed or if you are a non-citizen.

Related Forms & Information

Title	ID#	Description
Certificate of Veteran Status	VG-168	To apply for a Veterans plate and/or to have a Veterans designator added onto a VT license.
License/Permit Application	VL-021	To apply for issuance of any new or renewal of a Vermont license or permit (Non-CDL).
Real ID Checklist	VL-091	To view a complete listing of required documents to obtain a REAL ID license or non-driver ID card which will also serve for Federal ID.
SOLICITUD DE LICENCIA / PERMISO	VL-021sp	Para solicitar la renovación de todas las licencias de Vermont o el expedir de las nuevas licencias. Spanish version application for a Vermont license or permit (Non-CDL).
Vermont Residency Certification	VL-002	To use as proof of Vermont residency for applicants who are minors or applicants who are over the age of 18 who reside with others. Replaces Parental Residency Affidavit.