The DMV makes it easier for you to remember the expiration date of your driver’s license or identification card. Under the “Drive for Five” program, all driver’s licenses will expire in a year in which your age is divisible by five (for example, age 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, etc.).
Under this program, your license is valid for five (5) years. However, before you begin the five year cycle, the DMV may need to phase you into the program. In order to do this, your initial driver’s license will be issued for a period ranging from three (3) years to seven (7) years, depending on your age at the time of renewal. For instance, if you are or will be 34 in the year that your driver’s license expires, you will be issued a six-year driver’s license that will expire when you are 40.
New driver’s licenses issued after January 1, 2001, expire on the applicant’s birthday instead of at the end of the month. Driver’s licenses expiring on a licensee’s 18th or 21st birthday will have a 30-day grace period to allow the bearer to obtain the appropriate color license.
Please note that the driver’s license fees have increased, effective July 1, 2017. The fees may be more or less for this renewal period, depending on the number of years for which the driver’s license will be valid. Your renewal fee and year of expiration will appear on your renewal card as well.
All driver’s license renewal fees will be based on the number of years you will have a driver’s license until your age is divisible by five (25, 30, 35, 40, etc.), at a rate of $5.00 per year. For example, if you are 21 years old when you renew your driver’s license, it will next expire on your 25th birthday and the fee would be $20.00 ($5.00 x 4).
License Fees
CDL Renewals
The renewal fee for a CDL License is $43.75. Please add an additional $5.00 if you have a motorcycle endorsem*nt.
If you currently are employed by a city, county, state, or federal government, and your job requires a valid CDL, you are exempt from the DOT physical requirements; however, you must provide a letter from your employer stating you are currently employed and exempt from the DOT physical requirements. If you renew your license after the expiration date you will pay an additional fee of $5.00 for an expired license. If your license has been expired for more than 6 months you must pass the written and road skills tests for both a regular Class E license and all examination requirements for a commercial driver's license.
To retain a Hazardous Material Endorsem*nt, you must first complete a fingerprint, and background check from the TRANSPORTATION SECURITY ADMINISTRATION. You should contact the Universal Enrollment Services (UES) Help Desk at 1-855-347-8371, or visit their website at universalenroll.dhs.gov to pay the $86.50 fee to start the fingerprint/background check process. All fees are non-refundable. After contacting UES and scheduling an appointment you must visit one of the locations that provide fingerprinting, these locations are listed on their website. When visiting the UES office you must provide proof of identity and citizenship. Visit the UES website for a complete list of acceptable proof documents. Once you have received your approval email from TSA stating you have passed the background check then you can return to the DMV office to test for HAZMAT and renew your CDL. Please bring a printout of your approval email from the TSA when you renew. The Hazardous Material Endorsem*nt is an additional $10.00. If you do not wish to maintain your HAZMAT endorsem*nt you can go directly to a DMV office to renew your license and complete a surrender form, surrendering your HAZMAT endorsem*nt.
A HAZMAT endorsem*nt holder renewing their CDL will receive 3 attempts to test and pass the HAZMAT endorsem*nt on a valid no expired license. If your CDL license is expired then you must obtain a HAZMAT test card from the CDL office in Charleston before you can test for HAZMAT.
FAQs
What to bring to the agency
- 6 points of ID. ...
- Proof of address.
- A $24 fee for a standard license to be paid at the agency by credit/debit card, cash, check, or money order (payable to NJMVC).
- Additional fee is required for added endorsem*nts or classes.
- Schedule your renewal appointment online.
What you need ready:
- Your driver license or ID card.
- The last 4 digits of your Social Security number.
- Vision test results submitted online by a vision test provider or a completed MV-619 (needed for license only)
- A credit card or pinless debit card.
Even if your form says you are required to visit an agency, you likely will still be eligible for an online renewal. However, you will not be allowed to renew your NJ driver's license online if: Your license has been suspended. Your license expired beyond the approved extension period.
Can I renew my New Jersey real ID online? ›
Renewals: Renewing a Real ID can be done online.
What documents do I need for a real ID in New Jersey? ›
What do you need to get a REAL ID license in New Jersey? The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission requires two proofs of residential address, proof of social security number, and an additional six points of Identification.
Do I need an eye exam to renew my license in NY? ›
You must pass a vision test when you apply for a driver license or to renew your license. The test must show that you have visual acuity of at least 20/40 (based on the Snellen Visual Acuity Scale) in either or both eyes, with or without corrective lenses.
How long can you drive with an expired license in NY? ›
Driving without a license in NY is a misdemeanor. If you fail to renew your driver's license within 60 days of its expiration, the fine is a minimum of $40. Commercial drivers who are found to be driving without a valid driver's license for the specific type of vehicle they are operating will be facing fines up to $75.
What documents do I need to get my license in NY? ›
Qualifications: proof of social security, proof of citizenship or lawful status, 2 proofs of residency, and 6 points of proof of name.
Can I just go to NJ DMV without an appointment? ›
Walk-ins are only allowed for first time licenses/IDs/permits, name changes, and red decals at Licensing Centers. Other MVC transactions that can't be completed online require an appointment that customers need to schedule at NJMVC.gov. Appointments at Licensing and Vehicle Centers must be scheduled at NJMVC.gov.
What is the best day to go to NJ DMV? ›
Directions to these sites and additional agency locations are available on our website, www.njmvc.gov. Please be advised that, historically, the best times to visit an MVC agency are mid-week, mid-month.
New Jersey Office of the Attorney General
If your license is currently in an “expired” status, you will be required to pay the reinstatement fee plus the current biennial renewal fee and, if your license expired prior to the current licensing period, the immediate past biennial renewal fee.
How much does NJ REAL ID cost? ›
Yes. The Standard NJ License/ID costs $24; REAL ID costs $35.
How early can I renew my NJ license? ›
How to Replace or Renew Your Driver's License in New Jersey. It is illegal to drive with an expired driver license in New Jersey. You may renew up to 6 months before your license expiration date. The MVC will send you a renewal form by mail, but it is your job to renew timely.
Can I walk in for a REAL ID in NJ? ›
Appointments are required for: First-time license/permit (REAL ID or standard).
Do you need 6 points of ID to renew registration in NJ? ›
A New Jersey driver's license is the easiest form of identification to use when you're trying to register a car in New Jersey. However, it's not required. If you do not have a New Jersey driver's license, you can use the 6 Points of ID method to prove your identity.
What do I need to bring for registration renewal in NJ? ›
What to bring to the agency
- Registration Renewal Notice or Vehicle Identification Number.
- Your insurance card or company name and policy number.
- License plate number.
- Proof of ID (Driver license or other primary ID document. ...
- Power of Attorney if renewing a registration for someone else.
A utility or credit card bill displaying applicant's name at current address, issued within last 90 days; 2. A property tax bill, statement, or receipt issued within the past year; 3.
Can you walk into NJ DMV without an appointment? ›
Walk-ins are only allowed for first time licenses/IDs/permits, name changes, and red decals at Licensing Centers. Other MVC transactions that can't be completed online require an appointment that customers need to schedule at NJMVC.gov. Appointments at Licensing and Vehicle Centers must be scheduled at NJMVC.gov.
