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It’s the end of the month and my driver’s license is due to expire, should I still
renew by mail?
If you are within 20 days of the end of the month, you may want to visit an MVC agency
rather than renew by mail in order to ensure that you will have your new driver’s license in
time. Keep in mind that a driver may be cited by law enforcement under N.J.S.A. 39:3-29
for failure to exhibit documents. This is a potential $150 fine.
It’s been over 10 business days since I renewed by mail but I did not receive my
new document yet. What should I do?
Please keep in mind, licenses will be mailed 10 business days after receipt of your
payment and not from the date your information was placed in the mail. If you have not
received your documents within 20 days of mailing, please call MVC General Information
at (609) 292-6500.
Is the driver’s license or non-driver ID I renew through the mail different than the
kind you issue at an MVC agency?
All driver’s licenses and non-driver IDs issued by the MVC are valid for four years. Any
document issued through the mail will feature the individual’s existing photo and signature
on file with the MVC. Documents issued at an agency will have a new photo taken at the
time of the individual’s visit.
I lost my Skip the Trip renewal notice. Can I still renew through the mail?
Unfortunately, the MVC is unable to replace the form. Due to specific coding on the
renewal form, you cannot obtain a new Skip the Trip renewal. You will have to visit an
MVC agency to renew.
How do I change my address when renewing through the mail?
If you have moved since your last license document was issued, we strongly suggest you
change your address online before mailing your license/non-driver identification card
renewal application. Please visit njmvc.gov to change your address with the NJ MVC. This
will expedite your Skip the Trip application.
How do I make other changes to my license or non-driver ID, such as my organ
donation status or changes to my endorsements/restrictions?
You can add the organ donor designation to your license or non-driver ID record at any
time by registering online at donatelifenj.org. All other changes to your driver’s license,
with the exception of your address, must be made in person. Visit any one of the 39 MVC
agencies and you will be able to make changes to your license or non-driver ID. All
customers who visit an MVC agency to renew a driver’s license or non-driver ID must
present 6 Points of Identification and proof of address, and have a new photo taken.
Does it matter what color ink I use to fill out my application and check or money
order
?
Yes. To avoid processing problems, please use only black or blue ink.