Missouri doesn’t require residents to report lost IDs to the police, but you may want to do so in case your license falls into the wrong hands. (Just call your local non-emergency line to report it missing.) Then, begin the replacement process with the DOR.

Replacing a lost Missouri license in person

While other states offer online license renewal or replication, your only option is to visit your local Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) driver license office. Applying for a replacement driver’s license in person comes with its benefits, though.

It’ll be easier to explain how you lost your ID, and your replacement should arrive faster. You will need to provide the following information to your local DOR office:

Your driver’s license number

Your full name

Your date of birth

Your residential address and/or mailing address

Proof of identity, like a birth certificate

Proof of Social Security number, like a social security card

You can find a

list of acceptable documents

, including for

REAL ID-compliant licenses

, on the DOR website.

If the information you’ve provided matches the documents the DOR has, you’ll need to pay a duplication fee to get a new license. Duplication fees differ based on your license type, renewal period, and age but cap out at $32.

Driver’s license type	Duplicate license fee
Class A, B, or C instruction permit	$16
Class E, F, or M instruction permit	$7
Class F intermediate license	$11
Class A, B, or C driver’s license (three-year)	$26
Class A, B, or C driver’s license (six-year)	$32
Class A, B, or C driver’s license (ages 70+ with S endorsement)	$13.50

You’ll receive your official license replacement by mail. The mailing process may take up to three weeks, depending on your region.

Note: If your license expiration date is approaching, you may want to simply renew your license instead of ordering a duplicate.

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What if you lose your Missouri license out of state?

Out-of-state license replacements entail a lengthier process because your application is at the behest of the postal service.

Here are the steps you’ll need to take:

Download and print

form 4317

—the mail-in driver’s license application.

Select “Replace Your Stolen or Lost MO License, Permit, or ID.”

Complete the form accordingly, attaching a photocopy of the documents requested above and duplication fee payment.

Acceptable forms of payment include:

Personal check

Money order

Cashiers check

Travelers check

If you are a military member: Attach a photocopy of your military ID to prove your current status. Follow the form as instructed, making sure to include “Mil” in the address.

Once completed, send your application to the address found on the form. Your replacement license will be sent by mail after its approval.

Other times to replace your Missouri identification card

You may also need to replace your motor vehicle license if you have had a name change or address change or are looking to switch to a REAL ID compliant license. Again, you may wish to wait until your renewal if your expiration date is already close.

If you’re over age 70 and have the S endorsement, you’ll need to retake applicable skills tests when you renew your license.

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