Change of address takes up to 3 days to process, so be sure to complete this step before applying for or renewing other DMV products and services. Check the status of your request by logging into your MyDMV account.
Use this application to change your address(es). Allow up to 3 days for processing.
Change your address in MyDMV
Before you begin…
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A change of address does not require an in-person visit to a DMV office.
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Have both your old and new addresses handy.
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If changing the address for your vehicle or boat/vessel, you will also need your most recent registration card and the address where your vehicle or boat/vessel is located.
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You will have an opportunity to save a summary of your Change of Address application.
Are you eligible to change your address online?
You are NOT eligible to change your address online if you:
- Do not currently have a California DL/ID card.
- Do not have a social security number.
- Have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) issued by California and your residence address is in another state.
- Have an Army Post Office (APO) or Fleet Post Office (FPO) address.
- Have an address outside of the United States.
- Have applied for but have not received your REAL ID DL/ID card.
- Have a leased vehicle.
- Want to change the address on your disabled person (DP) placard. (You may use the online Change of Address system to change the address for DP plates, however.)
If any of the above applies to you, please complete a Change of Address (DMV14) form and mail it to the address listed on the form.