Losing your driver’s license is never fun, and getting a replacement isn’t a walk in the park. But it’s important to replace a lost license as soon as you can so that you can continue to drive legally. Not only is driving without a license in Arizona is a Class 1 misdemeanor, but you should also report the lost license to authorities immediately.

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How to replace a lost driver’s license in Arizona

In most cases, if you lose your Arizona driver’s license, you will need to either request a duplicate online or in person at the MVD. Ironically, the process of getting your license back is just as easy as losing it—simply meaning they’re both pretty easy to do.

If you have reason to believe someone has stolen your license and is using it, you should report it as identity theft to local authorities immediately.

Replacing a lost Arizona license online

If you want to replace your lost Arizona from the comfort of your own home, you can apply for a duplicate

online

through the AZ MVD replacement portal.

You will first need to verify your identity through one of two documentation options:

Driver’s license number, birth date, and last four digits of your Social Security number

Social Security number, birth date, and last name

Once you verify your information, be prepared to explain why you need a duplicate license, and pay the $12 duplicate license fee. Be sure to print out your temporary license and carry it with you while you wait for your duplicate license in the mail.

Your duplicate license should arrive within 15 days at the address on file. If you need your license sooner, however, you can opt to pay for express delivery.

Replacing a lost Arizona license in person

If you’re having trouble navigating the website or you need to update information (such as name changes due to marriage or court order), you can apply for a duplicate license in person at your

local AZ MVD

office.

You will need to bring along documentation that proves your identity such as your birth certificate, US Passport, or a US Certificate of Naturalization. You will also need to present two documents verifying your address to establish residency in Arizona. These two documents must display your name and physical residential address.

To be accepted, documents must be either original or certified copies by the issuing agency. You may use the

Arizona DL/ID requirements list

for full details on what documents are considered acceptable forms of identification.

The fee to process the duplicate license is $12, which you may pay with either cash, a personal check or money order, or via credit or debit card. Before heading out, call your local MVD office and ask which payment methods are accepted at that location, and consider scheduling an appointment to avoid long wait times.

What if you lose your Arizona license out of state?

Oh no, you’re on a road trip with your friends and you lost your license! What should you do?

In the event you’re out of state when you lose your license, you can apply online using the methods above.

Keep in mind: It can take up to 15 days to receive your duplicate license—but depending on the zip code you need it shipped to, it could arrive much faster with expedited shipping.

If you’re an active-duty military member or one of their dependents, you have additional options for out-of-state replacement. In addition to replacing your license using the online portal, you may also request a duplicate license either by mail or by phone.

To replace your license by mail, write down all relevant information that you would need for getting a new driver’s license, including:

Name and birthdate

Social Security number

Permanent Arizona address

Your written request should also include the reason for replacing your driver’s license and a $12 check made payable to the “Motor Vehicle Division.” Send your request and payment to:

Motor Vehicle Division

P.O. Box 2100

MD 510

Phoenix, AZ 85001

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