I’m moving within Delaware: How to change my address with the Delaware DMV?
When you’re moving within your state, you are required to change your address with the department of motor vehicles (DMV) as soon as possible. Every state has their own rules and policies. If you’re moving within Delaware, you are required to update your address with DMV within 30 days of your move.
When you’re moving, there are a lot of things that you already need to take care of. You can easily miss out on important stuff like updates with the DMV which can become a problem afterward. Some individuals are not aware of the documentation deadlines with the DMV. Since you just have 30 days to update your address with the Delaware DMV, there’s very little time to waste.
Because updating your address is so crucial, many states have narrowed the process significantly. To update your address on your license and on other documents, you should be aware of the steps that are to be followed in your state.
So how can you apply for a Delaware DMV change of address?
1. In person
In Delaware, services to update your address online are not available, you can do it the old-fashioned way. You can visit your local Delaware DMV office and submit the address change form. You can also apply for replacement documents when you’re at the office.
Following are some of the major DMV office and their address in Delaware:
Dover
Department of Motor Vehicles
303 Transportation Cir, Dover, DE
Georgetown
Department of Motor Vehicles
23737 DuPont Blvd. S. Bedford St. Extended, Georgetown, DE
New Castle
Department of Motor Vehicles
2101 Mid County Dr, New Castle, DE
Find your local DMV field office
Step by step process
- Locate your nearest DMV office.
- Request for the change of address form and provide the requested information.
- You will be needing your current license and a proof that your address has been changed.
- Same documents will be required for both, changing your address on your driver’s license and vehicle registration.
- A change of address in Delaware is free, but if you wish to get a new license with your updated address, it will cost you $20 for the process.
Documents required
- Proof of signature
- Delaware driver’s license or Delaware ID Card
- Proof of residency
- Deed/Title, Mortgage, Rental/Lease agreement
- Bank Statement
- Proof of social security number
- Date of birth
Note: You cannot update your address online in Delaware.
2. By mail
In Delaware, you can also change your address by mail. It’s quite an easy process and can be completed conveniently without any effort. The Delaware DMV only requests you to fill out the address change application and send it over to their mailing address.
Following are the steps required to update your address via mail in Delaware.
Step by step process
- Fill in the change of address form.
- Mail the form to
Division of Motor Vehicles,
ATTN: Change of Address,
P.O. Box 698, Dover, DE 19903.
I’m moving from another state to Delaware: How to change my address with the Delaware DMV?
If you are moving from another state to Delaware, you need to get a new driver’s license from the Delaware DMV. You must apply for a new license within 60 days and also register your vehicle within 60 days of establishing residency, considering you have a valid, unexpired driver’s license from another U.S. state.
Sorry to break it to you but you will have to visit the Delaware DMV in person to apply for a new driver’s license. *This visit must particularly be made at the DMV office in New Castle, Dover, Wilmington or Georgetown.
As per the rules in various states, you can expect that the Delaware driver’s license for a new resident is only available for those individuals that do not have any outstanding revocations, suspensions or cancellations on their out-of-state driver’s license.
Steps to get a new driver’s license from the Delaware DMV:
- Locate your nearest DMV office.
- Ask for the application for a driver’s license.
- You’ll be required to surrender your current out-of-state license.
- You’ll need your ID number, date of birth, and SSN for it.
- Pass the vision exam.
- If you have a valid driver’s license, your written and driving tests will be waived.
It is important to note that the documents submitted should be original and no copies will be accepted. In addition, if the name of your proof of identity does not match the name on your current proof of identity, you will also be required to bring documents that legally prove that change of name.
Documents/Information required
- Proof of signature
- Delaware driver’s license, Delaware ID Card (either document from the two)
- Proof of residency
- Deed/Title, Mortgage, Rental/Lease agreement
- Bank Statement
- Proof of social security number
- Date of birth
Note: You cannot apply for a driver’s license or vehicle registration on phone, mail or online.
As an out-of-state driver, do I have to visit the Delaware DMV?
As an out-of-state driver, it is mandatory visit the Delaware DMV if you are planning to:
- Work in Delaware
- Live in Delaware for a minimum of six months.
- Register to vote in Delaware
- Start a business in Delaware
- Enroll your children in Delaware schools.
I’m moving to Delaware with a car I bought from a dealership. What should I do?
If you have bought your car from a dealership and you are moving to Delaware, you will be required to bring a dealer’s invoice. You will be required to bring a lease agreement in case your car is on lease. In addition, your vehicle will also have to pass the safety and emission inspection at the DMV.
I’m moving from Delaware to another state: How to change my address with the Delaware DMV?
You don’t need to update the Delaware DMV if you are moving from Delaware to another state. Your Delaware driver’s license will be canceled as soon as you receive a new one from the state you’re moving to. The same goes for your vehicle registration as well. However, You will be required to surrender your plates to the Delaware DMV.
Things to do when moving out of Delaware:
- Apply for a new driver’s license, the time-limit for the process varies from state to state. However, most states require this to be completed within 30 to 60 days of establishing residency.
- Apply for a vehicle registration, the time-limit for this process also varies from state to state.
- You will have to apply for the driver’s license and vehicle registration by visiting the DMV office of the state you have moved to. Note that the requirements will vary according to the state you’ve moved to.
What are the documents required?
Here are the documents you need to update your address with the Delaware Department of Motor Vehicles:
- Change of address form
- Your new and old address
- License plate number
- Last four digits of your VIN and SSN
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or, if you are not a U.S. Citizen, evidence of lawful presence.
- SSN and I.D.
- Proof of Delaware residency
- Current vehicle registration
- Proof of liability insurance
- Proof of inspection
- Proof of ownership
Frequently asked questions about DMV change of address
When should I notify the Delaware DMV of my move?
You must notify the Delaware DMV within 30 days of your move.
Do I need to take a driving test?
No, you will not be required to take the driving test when moving to Delaware from another state.
Will filling out an official U.S. postal service change of address form update my vehicle registration records?
No, filling out an official U.S. postal service change of address form will not update the information on your DMV records.
After moving to another state, do I need to return the license plates?
Yes, you are required to return your license plates to the Delaware DMV when moving to a different state.
Can I change my name and address on my driving licence at the same time?
You can only change your name and address simultaneously if you’re applying for a new license or ID. Otherwise, both the processes require separate procedures.
