Georgia State Driver’s License Information

How to get an New Georgia Driver's License

To obtain a new Georgia drivers license, if you are over 18 follow the rules given below

·        Go to Georgia Driver License office and apply in person.

·        Provide one or more documents that verify your Identity, name and date of birth.

·        Proof of Social Security Number must be provided.

·        Application (PDF) should be completed, photographed, fingerprinted, and provide your signature at the time of application.

• You should pass the written, driving, vision examinations and Foreign Language Examinations.

·        The required fee should be paid by cash, money order or check only.

·        While appearing for the driving exam, provide the current liability insurance, Georgia vehicle registration, and inspection for the vehicle.

When will you get the Driver's License

          After passing the test, you will receive the license with photo by mail. Until then interim license will be issued which is valid for 60 days.

Moving from another state

          If you are moving to Georgia from another state, apply within 30 days to obtain Georgia driver’s license and follow standard steps as in Georgia driver’s license.

Renewing a Georgia State Driver’s License

How to renew your License

Georgia State Driver’s License can be renewed through online by DDS Internet Services.

·        Only US Citizen can renew through online and non US Citizen must renew in person.

·        Your license has not been expired in more than two years.

·        You must have a recent photo and signature on film with DDS.

·        Commercial driver license must be renewed in person.

·        You must be less than 64 years of age and if you are over 64 years of age, you must take a vision test.

·        You don’t have a Bi-Optic restriction on your license.

·        National Guard license cannot be renewed online.

·        You must have a verified social security number.

• The cost varies from $20 for 5 years to $35 for 8 years.
• You can make payment through American Express, Discover, Master Card and Visa

Your license will be processed, renewed and mailed to you in about 30 business days.

Serving in the military?

If you are a military service person, you should

·        Provide a copy of your military id card, Proof of Social Security Number.

·        Fill in and sign the Driver License or Identification card application.

·        Fee should be paid.

·        Copy of your Leave and Earnings Statement which shows Georgia as your home of record must be provided.

Applying for a Georgia State ID Card

How to get a Georgia state ID card