Online - out of state

A standard driver's license may be renewed online at ExpressSOS if you did not renew it by mail or online the last time. Commercial driver's licenses and enhanced licenses cannot be renewed online.

Out of state - by mail

If you will be returning to Michigan soon, a driver's license extension that is valid for 180 days after the date your license expires can be mailed. All that is needed is your complete name, date of birth, driver's license number, Social Security number and out-of-state address. If you are renewing a standard license, and are ineligible for a Social Security number, you must provide a letter of ineligibility from the Social Security Administration and proof of legal presence. You must have a valid Social Security number to renew an enhanced license. All Social Security information will be verified.

If you are not going to be back in Michigan within 180 days of the driver's license expiration, information to renew your driver's license by mail will be sent to you. For a temporary extension permit or renewal application, contact:

Michigan Department of State
Out-of-State Resident Services Unit
7064 Crowner Drive
Lansing, Michigan 48918
(517) 322-1473