License Renewal in Indiana

Renewing Your Driver's License in Indiana

In order to continue driving in Indiana legally, you must keep your IN driver's license valid by renewing it with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV).

On this page you'll find information on how to renew your IN drivers license online and in person.

REAL ID Requirements in Indiana

The Indiana BMV complies with the REAL ID Act of 2005, meaning it provides first-time driver license applicants with REAL ID-compliant driver licenses. REAL ID driver’s licenses meet the federal identification requirements required for tasks such as entering federal buildings and boarding domestic commercial flights.

While applicants will automatically receive a REAL ID, Indiana residents renewing a license have the option of maintaining a standard ID or upgrading to a REAL ID (though you are highly encouraged to upgrade). For more details, visit the BMV's guide to REAL ID licensing.

When to Renew Your IN Driver's License

Your Indiana driver's license expires on your birthday. The number of years it is valid for depends on your age.

  • Under 75 years old: 6 years.
  • 75 to 84 years old: 3 years.
  • 85 years old or older: 2 years.

You can renew your IN driver license online or in person. You cannot renew it by mail.

You will receive your new IN driver's license in the mail within 14 days. If you don't receive it, check your license renewal status with the IN BMV.

NOTE: If you are under 21 years old, you will be issued a probationary IN driver's license that you must renew within 30 days after your 21st birthday.

Your requirements may vary based on whether your license is currently:

  • Valid.
  • Expired.
  • Suspended.
  • Lost, damaged, or stolen.

Valid Driver's License

If you hold a valid IN driver's license, you can renew it up to 2 years before it expires.

NOTE: If you are a non-U.S. citizen, you can renew up to 30 days before your expiration date.

Expired Driver's License

If your Indiana drivers license has been expired for:

  • Less than 180 days, you'll need to:
    • Pay a $6 late fee.
    • Pass a vision exam if you didn't do this during your last renewal.
  • 180 days to 5 years, you'll need to:
    • Pay a $6 late fee.
    • Pass a vision exam.
    • Pass a written driving knowledge test.
  • More than 5 years, you'll need to:
    • Pay a $6 late fee.
    • Pass a:
      • Vision exam.
      • Written driving knowledge test.
      • Driving skills test.

NOTE: You must pay a $6 fee if you renew your probationary driver license more than 30 days after your 21st birthday.

Suspended Driver's License

If your IN drivers license is suspended, you must have it reinstated first before you can renew it.

For more information, please see our Suspended License in Indiana page.

Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Driver's License

If your Indiana driver license is lost, stolen, or damaged, you can still renew it as long as you know your driver's license number.

Do not drive without a valid driver's license in Indiana. If you'd like a replacement IN driver's license, please see our Replacing a Lost License in Indiana page.

Renew Your IN Driver's License

Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to renew your Indiana driver's license:

  • Online.
  • In person.

REAL ID Upgrades—In Person Only

If you're going to be changing to a REAL ID driver's license upon renewal, you MUST renew your Indiana license in person.

Online Renewal

To renew your IN driver's license online, you must:

  • NOT be changing your IN driver's license to a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license.
    • If you want a REAL ID, you must renew in person.
  • Hold a non-commercial driver's license.
  • Be a U.S. citizen.
  • Be under 75 years old.
  • Not be changing your personal details, such as your name or address.
  • Have renewed your last IN driver's license in person.
  • Have a driver's license that hasn't been expired for more than 180 days.
  • Be within 2 years of your expiration date.
  • Have no restrictions or suspensions on your driver's license.
  • Have a photo on file with the Indiana BMV.
  • Have less than 6 points on your driving record. (If you are under 21 years old, you must have no points on your driving record.)
  • Not be changing your IN driver's license to a SecureID.

If you do not qualify for online renewal, you must renew your IN driver's license in person. See the “In-Person Renewal" section below.

To renew your Indiana BMV driver's license online, visit the myBMV website and create a user account. You'll need to provide your:

  • IN driver's license number.
  • Social Security number (SSN).
  • Zip code.

Once you've created your account, log into your myBMV account and:

  • Provide your:
    • Full name.
    • Date of birth.
    • Address.
    • Social Security number (SSN).
  • Pay the renewal fee. (See “Fees to Renew Your Indiana Driver's License" below.)

In-Person Renewal

You must renew your Indiana driver's license in person if you are not eligible to renew online (see the “Online Renewal" section above).

To renew your IN driver license in person, visit an Indiana BMV office. You will need to pay the renewal fee. (See the “Fees to Renew Your Indiana Driver's License" section below.)

If you are changing your standard driver's license to a REAL ID license, you must provide:

  • Proof of your identity, such as your:
    • U.S. passport.
    • U.S. birth certificate.
    • Citizenship certificate.
  • Proof of your Social Security number, such as your:
    • Social Security card.
    • W-2 form.
    • 1099 form.
  • Proof of your U.S. citizenship or legal presence, such as your:
    • U.S. passport.
    • Foreign passport and I-94 form or number.
  • 2 documents proving your IN residency, such as your:
    • Voter registration card.
    • Utility bill.
    • Bank statement.

All documents must be originals or certified copies. Photocopies will not be accepted. For a complete list of accepted documents, please visit the Indiana BMV website.

If you have 6 points or more on your driving record – or any points if you are under 21 years old – you must pass the following tests when you renew your Indiana drivers license:

  • Vision exam.
  • Written driving knowledge test.
  • Driving skills test.

Military & Out-of-State License Renewals

Notice for Military Members Stationed in Germany

If you are currently stationed in Germany, please be aware that some states require you to have a valid U.S. driver's license in addition to your USAREUR license. Read our article for more information.

Military Members, Spouses & Dependents

If you are an active duty military member stationed outside of Indiana, your expired Indiana driver's license will remain valid for 90 days after you have been discharged from military service. This also applies to your spouse and any dependents located out of state with you.

To drive with your license while out of state:

If you'd like to renew your Indiana driver license while you're gone, you may do so online if you are eligible (see Renew Your IN Driver's License above).

Out-of-State Renewals & Extensions

If you will be out of state when your IN driver license expires, you can:

Fees to Renew Your IN Driver's License

The fee to renew your Indiana driver's license will depend on your age and length of your renewal.

  • Valid for 2 years, if you're 85 years old or older: $7.
  • Valid for 3 years, if you're 75 to 84 years old: $11.
  • Valid for 6 years, if you're under 75 years old: $17.50.

Forms

54580
Request for Interim/Extension License or Military Extension Letter
Request an interim Indiana driver's license OR an extension on your current license if you're out-of-state and meet the qualifications listed on this BMV form.
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