Moved within North Carolina or just arrived? Update your license, registration, and title—then everything else. Here's exactly how, plus ask Sam.
Changing your address at the North Carolina DMV isn't optional. After a move you'll typically have 10–30 days to update your driver's license, vehicle registration, and title. Start with the steps below, then work through the rest-of-your-move checklist.
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How to change your address in North Carolina
Changing Your Address in North Carolina
If you're new to North Carolina or have moved within the state, you must notify the North Carolina Department of Transportation (DOT) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) of your new address.
On this page, you'll find information on how to change your address on your NC driver's license, identification card, vehicle title, and registration.
The rest of your move
Updating the DMV is step one. Here's everything else your old address is hiding on—we've linked our full guides where we have them.
How long do I have to change my address with the DMV?
Most states give you 10 to 30 days after a move to update your driver's license and vehicle registration. The exact window and fees vary by state, so check your state's page for the specifics.
Can I change my address with the DMV online?
In many states, yes. Address changes for your license or registration can often be done online, by mail, or in person. A handful of states still require an in-person or mailed form, and REAL ID changes may need an office visit.
Do I need to update the address on my car title too?
Your vehicle registration address must be current; the title itself usually does not need reprinting for an address change, but your registration and insurance records do. Update registration when you update your license.
What else should I update after moving besides the DMV?
Set up USPS mail forwarding, notify your car insurer (your rate is ZIP-based), confirm your voter registration carried over, and update banks, your employer, the IRS (Form 8822), and any subscriptions or deliveries.
Is there a fee to change my address with the DMV?
Many states let you change your address for free, while others charge a small fee, especially if a new license or registration card is issued. Your state's page lists the exact cost.
When you move within North Carolina, you must update your address on your NC driver's license or ID card within 60 days.
You can change your address in person or online. You cannot change your address by mail.
NOTE: If you own a vehicle, you'll also need to change your address on your driver's license first. Then you can change it on your certificate of title and registration. See the “NC Vehicle Title and Registration Address Change" section below.
Social Security number (SSN), or legal presence on file with the NC DMV.
Date of birth.
E-mail address.
Credit or debit card information to pay the $14fee.
You will receive your updated card by mail.
If you are not eligible for an online address change with the NC DMV, you must change your address in person.
In Person
To change your address on your NC driver's license or ID card in person, visit your local NC Division of Motor Vehicles office and bring:
Your current NC driver's license or identification card.
Appropriate payment for the $14 fee.
NC Vehicle Title & Registration Address Change
When you move within North Carolina, you must change your address on your NC vehicle title and registration records within 60 days. Remember you must change the address on your license first.
The last 5 characters of the vehicle title number.
Your email address for the transaction receipt.
If you wish to be issued a registration with your new address you will need to have a credit card to pay the $25.50 duplicate registration fee. A duplicate registration cannot be issued if the registration is expired.
By mail or in person.
You must either take a completed Notice of Change of Address form (MVR-24A) and your NC driver's license to your local NC DMV officein person, or mail the form to the address on the form. If you wish to have a new registration issued you will need to pay the $25.50 duplicate fee.
Fees to Change Your Address in NC
It will cost you the following fees to change your address on North Carolina DMV documents:
Driver's license: $14.
ID Card: $14
Vehicle registration card: $25.50.
Accepted Payment Methods
North Carolina DMV offices accept payment by:
Cash.
Money order.
Personal check.
You must be able to show identification.
Check must be drawn from a NC bank or an out-of-state bank that has a branch in NC.
Credit or debit card.
For online transactions, the NC DMV accepts payment by credit or debit card only.
New North Carolina Residents
When you move to North Carolina from out of state, you'll need to:
Apply for a NC driver's license within 60 days, if you wish to drive.
Register and title your vehicle in NC within 60 days, or when you become gainfully employed, whichever comes first.
NOTE: You'll need a NC driver's license before you can register your vehicle.
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