Utah License Renewal at a Glance
How to Renew Your Driver's License in Utah
You renew your license through the Driver License Division (DLD). UT licenses last 5 years from the date of issue. They expire on your birthday. For a general overview of renewal rules across all states, see our driver's license renewal guide. Here are your options and steps.
Ways to Renew
- Online — the fastest way to renew. Visit the DLD renewal portal.
- In person — go to a DLD office. First-time REAL ID, vision tests, and new photos all need an in-person visit.
Steps to Renew
- Check eligibility — Visit the UT DLD website. Check if you can renew online. Your license must not be expired over 6 months.
- Gather documents — Have your license, SSN, and payment ready. For REAL ID, bring your birth certificate and two proofs of UT residency.
- Complete the renewal — Use the online portal or visit a DLD office. Review your info and submit payment.
- Pass the vision test — In-person renewals require a vision test. Bring your glasses or contacts if needed.
- Receive your license — Get a temp license at the office. Online? Your card arrives by mail in 10 to 14 business days.
Utah Driver's License Renewal Fees
| Standard renewal fee | $32 |
| Duplicate/replacement license | $23 |
| Motorcycle endorsement | $18 |
| Name change | $23 |
| Provisional license (age 16-20) | $39 |
| Valid for | 5 years |
The fee is $32 for a 5-year license. There is no late fee for late renewal.
What to Bring
Bring these docs when you renew:
- Current or expired Utah driver's license
- Social Security number
- Proof of identity (birth certificate or passport for REAL ID)
- Two proofs of UT residency (for REAL ID)
- Renewal fee payment
Who Can Renew Online
You can renew online if you meet these rules:
- Your license is not expired more than 6 months
- You are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
- Your license is not suspended or revoked
- You did not renew online last time (must alternate)
- You do not need a new photo
UT requires in-person renewal with a new photo every other cycle. Online and in-person must alternate.
Go to DLD online renewal portalWhat Happens If Your Utah License Expires
Utah has no grace period. Driving on an expired license can result in a misdemeanor.
- Before expiry — Up to 6 months before expiration
- After expiry — Up to 6 months after expiry without retaking tests
- Long-lapsed penalty — Over 6 months expired? Retake the written and driving tests. Driving expired is a class C misdemeanor in UT.
If you also need to update your vehicle registration, see our car registration renewal guide.
Important: You cannot drive with an expired license in Utah. The window only affects how you renew. It does not let you drive past your expiry date.
Vision Test & Health Rules
- Vision test — Yes, at every in-person renewal. Online renewals skip the vision test.
- In-person visits — UT requires in-person renewal with a new photo every other cycle. Online and in-person must alternate.
- Wait time — In-person renewals issue a temp license right away. Your card arrives by mail in 10 to 14 business days.
Common Utah License Renewal Mistakes
Watch out for these mistakes:
Not knowing expired driving is a misdemeanor in Utah
UT treats driving on an expired license as a class C misdemeanor. Other states treat it as a traffic ticket. Take it seriously.
Waiting more than 6 months after expiry
UT gives you only 6 months. After that, you retake the written and driving tests.
Trying to renew online twice in a row
UT requires alternating methods. Online one time, in person the next.
Not booking a DLD appointment
DLD offices get busy. Book online ahead of time to skip the walk-in wait.
REAL ID Info for Utah
UT offers REAL ID at no extra cost. Visit a DLD office with your birth certificate or passport, SSN, and two proofs of UT address.
You need a REAL ID (gold star) to board U.S. flights. You also need one to enter federal buildings. This started May 7, 2025. Get one at your next in-person visit. See our full REAL ID deadline guide for costs and next steps.
Senior & Age Rules
Drivers 65 and older must renew in person each time. A vision test is required at every visit.
What Makes Utah Different
UT driving on an expired license is a class C misdemeanor, not just a traffic ticket.
UT gives you only 6 months after expiry to renew without retesting. That is shorter than many states.
UT does not offer renewal by mail or phone.