How to Renew a North Dakota Driver's License [2025]
Renew your North Dakota drivers license in 2025 with our simple, step-by-step guide. Find all the necessary requirements, forms, fees, and online renewal options to ensure a hassle-free experience. Stay legal and avoid fines - start your renewal process now!
Replace or Renew Your Driver License in ND
In Person
You may not drive if your driver license has expired. If you plan to drive after your license expired, you may renew it up to one year past its expiration date. If needed, you may renew it up to 10 months before the expiration date. You won’t lose the time remaining on your old license.
You may renew in person at any time. Online appointments are available through The Online Scheduler. Appointments are not available for the same day.
Plan of Action
Step 1
Choose the driver’s license site location:
- Find an ND driver’s license site near you using this map and book your appointment.
Step 2
Bring the following:
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Your booking confirmation number
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Your current North Dakota driver’s license
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Your corrective lenses if you require them
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Proof of address (only if it changed)
Step 3
Bring documentation to get a REAL ID compliant license (optional):
- A REAL ID compliant driver’s license will let you board the plane and enter federal buildings after October, 2020. (Other licenses won’t grant you access.)
If you wish your new license to be a REAL ID, bring proof of the following:
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Identification
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Social Security Number
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ND residence address (2 documents)
Check this list to choose the documents correctly.
Step 4
Pass the visual screen test:
- It will measure how clearly you see. Wear your lenses if needed. You must be able to read the 20/40 vision line with both eyes.
Step 5
Have your picture taken:
- Note that glasses are not allowed in the picture. See top 7 tips for an excellent driver’s license photo.
Step 6
Pay the renewal fee:
- $15.00 by cash or check. Dickinson, Minot, Bismarck, Williston, Devils Lake, Jamestown, Grand Forks, and Fargo also accept credit cards.
Step 7
Get your new ND driver’s license.
If your license expired more than one year ago, you will have to retake both written and road tests. Find an ND driver license site near you
By Mail
You may be eligible to renew by mail one time only if you are a North Dakota resident who is temporarily out of state. Call Central Office at 701-328-4353 to check if you qualify.
If you are an active duty military member stationed outside of North Dakota or a spouse of such a member, you may renew by mail. Call Central Office (701-328-4353) for details.
Online
You may renew online if you are eligible. The online renewal is not available if ANY of the following is true about you:
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You renewed online during the previous renewal cycle.
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You want to get a REAL ID.
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You are 65 years of age or older.
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You are younger than 21 years of age.
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It is your first renewal after issuance of a license after age 21.
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You need to change some information on your license (address, name, etc.).
Plan of Action
Step 1
Go to the Drivers License Renewal System.
Step 2
Enter the required information.
Step 3
Pay the fee of $15.00 by card. Dickinson, Minot, Bismarck, Williston, Devils Lake, Jamestown, Grand Forks, and Fargo also accept credit cards.
Step 4
Your license will be sent to the mailing address on your driver record. Allow about 10 business days for processing.