Renewals & Updates

Updating Your Address with ND DMV

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Keeping your address current with the North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is essential for receiving renewal notices, vehicle registration documents, and important legal notifications. North Dakota law requires you to update your address within 10 days of moving within or to the state to avoid penalties and potential complications with your driver’s license or vehicle registration.

Who Needs to Update Their Address

All North Dakota residents holding a driver’s license, identification card, or vehicle registration must update their address after moving. This includes:

Drivers with a standard ND driver’s license
Holders of North Dakota learner’s permits
Vehicle owners with active ND registration
CDL holders with a North Dakota commercial license

If you are moving from another state, you will need to transfer your out-of-state license and register your vehicle in North Dakota before updating your address with the NDDOT.

Methods to Update Your Address

You can update your address with the North Dakota DMV:

Online: Use the NDDOT online address change portal to submit your new address.
By mail: Download and complete the address change form and mail it to the NDDOT Driver License Division.
In-person: Visit a local NDDOT office to update your address and request a replacement license or ID if needed.

If you hold a CDL, you must update your address in person due to federal CDL regulations.

What You Need

To complete your address update, prepare:

Your full name and ND driver’s license or ID card number
Your old and new address
Vehicle plate numbers (if updating vehicle registration)
Proof of residency for certain transactions (lease agreement, utility bill, or mortgage statement)

Check the official North Dakota DMV Forms page for downloadable forms required during your update.

Replacement License or ID After an Address Update

Updating your address does not automatically issue a new license with your updated address unless requested. If you wish to have your license reflect your new address, you will need to apply for a replacement license and pay the applicable fee. Learn how to renew or replace your ND license if needed during your move.

Impact on Vehicle Registration

If you own a vehicle, you should update your address on your registration to ensure your renewal notices are sent to your new address. This is particularly important if you are renewing your vehicle registration in North Dakota soon or if you are transferring plates after moving, which you can learn about here.

Why Timely Address Updates Matter

Failure to update your address within 10 days can result in:

Missed renewal notices for your license or registration
Delays in receiving vehicle titles or important DMV correspondence
Potential fines for non-compliance
Difficulties if you need to verify your address for legal or insurance purposes

Keeping your address current ensures you remain compliant with North Dakota law and protects your driving privileges.

For additional resources on licensing transitions during your move, see applying for a North Dakota driver’s license if you have recently moved from another state.

By keeping your address updated, you protect your driving record and ensure smooth interactions with the North Dakota DMV, allowing you to focus on settling into your new home without administrative delays.