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Can I have different addresses on my driver license and my vehicle registration?

No, you cannot have different addresses on your KS driving permit and vehicle registration. Once you have updated your new address on your Kansas drivers license, the KS DMV will automatically update all your driving records, including vehicle registration. Keep in mind that reporting a change of address on your KS drivers license or car registration will only update your KS drivers license and vehicle registration records. The KS DOR will not issue you a duplicate car registration or drivers license unless you apply for a car registration or driving permit replacement.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

How do I change my address on my car insurance?

You are required to notify your insurance provider of your official address change, so that you receive timely information from your auto insurance company. Additionally, to save time and money, some KS drivers who change their mailing address choose to obtain new car insurance quotes instead of changing the address with their current insurance coverage provider. This saves you the trouble of contacting and notifying the current insurance company, and could potentially save you money by identifying companies that offer better rates and vehicle coverage.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

How do I change my address on my car registration?

Once you have updated your new address on your Kansas driving license, the KS DMV will automatically update all your driving records including vehicle registration. Alternatively, you can visit your local tax collector office or call the Titles and Registrations Bureau at (785) 296-3621 to report the change of address and have this information updated on your Kansas vehicle title and registration certificate. Keep in mind that reporting a change of address on your KS car registration will only update your KS vehicle registration records. The KS DOR will not issue you a duplicate car registration unless you apply for a car registration replacement.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

How do I change my address on my commercial drivers license?

If you are a CDL holder and need to change your address on your CDL, you must do so in person at KS DMV near you within 10 days of moving. You may also be required to apply for a CDL replacement in order to correct the information. Contact the KS DOR for more specific information on the required documentation and address change forms.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

How do I change my address on my drivers license?

If you have moved to a new residence, you must notify the Kansas Driver License Division of your new address within ten days of moving. You can report your change of address at your local KS DMV online, in person or by mail. If you are a commercial drivers license holder, you must apply in person.

ONLINE

You can use the KS DOR Online Address Change System to change your license on your drivers license. Just fill out the online address change form and follow the instructions provided.

IN PERSON

To change your address with the Kansas DMV in person, visit your local KS driver’s license examination station and present proof of

  • Identity, such as your:
    • Passport.
    • U.S. birth certificate.
    • U.S. military ID.
  • Kansas residency, such as your:
    • Utility bill.
    • Bank statement.

Contact your local KS DMV office to check if you need to present additional paperwork.

BY MAIL

To change your address in Kansas by mail, complete the Change of Address Form (DC-1) and mail it to the following address:

Division of Motor Vehicles

Box 12021

Topeka, Kansas 66612-2021

You will be required to provide your full name, date of birth, driver license number along with your new address.

Keep in mind that reporting a change of address on your drives license will only update your KS drivers license records. The KS DOR will not issue you a duplicate permit unless you apply for a drivers license replacement.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

How do I change my address on my ID card?

If you have moved to a new residence, you must notify the Kansas Driver License Division of change of address within ten days of moving. You can report your change of address at your local KS DMV online, in person or by mail.

ONLINE

You can use the KS DOR Online Address Change System to change your license on your DMV identification card. Just fill out the online address change form and follow the instructions provided.

IN PERSON

To change your address with the Kansas DMV in person, visit your local KS driver’s license examination station and present proof of

  • Identity, such as your:
    • Passport.
    • U.S. birth certificate.
    • U.S. military ID.
  • Kansas residency, such as your:
    • Utility bill.
    • Bank statement.

Contact your local KS DMV office to check if you need to present additional paperwork.

BY MAIL

To change your address in Kansas by mail, complete the Change of Address Form (DC-1) and mail it to the following address:

Division of Motor Vehicles

Box 12021

Topeka, Kansas 66612-2021

You will be required to provide your full name, date of birth, driver license number along with your new address.

Keep in mind that reporting a change of address on your KS ID card will only update your KS drivers license records. The KS DOR will not issue you a duplicate ID unless you apply for a ID card replacement.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

How do I change my name on my car insurance?

To change your name on your vehicle insurance you will need to contact your auto insurance company directly. Contact your car insurance representative and inform them of your new name. Keep in mind that they may ask you to present certain documents that verify this name change. If that is the case, you may be required to make an in-person visit with the necessary paperwork.

How do I change my name on my car registration?

You must change your name on your KS car registration within 10 days of the change. To change your name on your vehicle registration head to your nearby KS DOR office and bring:

  • ONE original document to establish your legal name change , such as:
    • Certified marriage certificate
    • Certified divorce decree
    • Certified court order of adoption
    • Court order of legal name change
  • Proof of KS auto insurance
  • Pay applicable fees (the fee to change your name on your KS vehicle registration is $1.)
How do I change my name on my driver’s license?

First, make sure to update your Social Security information, then wait at least 48 hours for the Social Security Administration to process your information. Once you ve done that, then head to your local DMV.

To change your name on your Kansas drivers license, you must visit a Kansas DOR Driver s License Station in person. You cannot change your name on your KS driving permit online, by mail or by phone. To change your name on your drivers license, visit a KS DMV near you and present:

  • Your current Kansas drivers license or ID card.
  • Completed Name or Address Change Form
  • ONE original document to establish your legal name change , such as:
    • Certified marriage certificate
    • Certified divorce decree
    • Certified court order of adoption
    • Court order of legal name change
  • Pay applicable fees (the fee to change your name on your KS drivers license is $16.)
  • The KS DMV will issue you a new Kansas driving license showing your new name.
How do I change my name on my ID card?

First, make sure to update your Social Security information, then wait at least 48 hours for the Social Security Administration to process your information. Once you ve done that, head to your local DMV.

To update your name on your Kansas identification card, you must visit a Kansas DOR Driver s License Station in person. You cannot change your name on your KS ID online, by mail or by phone. To change your name on your DMV identification card, visit a KS DMV near you and present:

  • Your current Kansas drivers license or ID card.
  • Completed Name or Address Change Form
  • ONE original document to establish your legal name change , such as:
    • Certified marriage certificate
    • Certified divorce decree
    • Certified court order of adoption
    • Court order of legal name change
  • Pay applicable fees (the fee to change your name on your KS ID card is $12)
  • The KS DMV will issue you a new Kansas identification card showing your new name.
How do I contact the Social Security Administration for my name change?

In order to complete an official name change, you will first need to get in touch with the Social Security Administration so this information can be reflected on your Social Security Number. To find a branch near you, simply visit the SSA website and search for an office in your area with your ZIP code. Once you have located a branch in your surrounding area, make sure to bring the proper documentation with you for your visit.

How much does it cost to change my name on my car registration?

The required fee to change your name on your KS car registration is $1, but bear in mind that fees may vary. As the country treasurer s office is in charge of all issues related to vehicle registration in the state of Kansas, we recommend contacting a county treasurer’s office near you for information on the exact fee. Make sure you have all the required paperwork and payment before heading out to the KS DOR office.

How much does it cost to change my name on my car title?

The required fee to update your name on your KS certificate of title is $10, but bear in mind that fees may vary. As the country treasurer s office is in charge of all issues related to vehicle titling in the state of Kansas, we recommend contacting a county treasurer’s office near you for information on the exact fee. When arriving at your local KS DOR office, make sure to provide your current car title with the purchaser s section completed with your new name along with other required documentation.

How much does it cost to change my name with the DMV?

The required fee to change your name on your Kansas driving license is $16.00 ($8.00 license fee plus the $8.00 photo fee), whereas the fee to update your name on your KS identification card is $12.00. ($4.00 ID fee plus the $8.00 photo fee). You can pay by cash or check. Check your local Kansas Division of Motor Vehicles office for credit/debit card payment option. To find a KS DMV near you, use our DMV locator.

What documents do I need to present for proof of residency?

When changing your address at the Kansas DMV, you will be required to present two original documents to establish Kansas residency for original applications and one document when renewing driving permits or vehicle registration renewal. These documents include, but are not limited, to the following:

  • Kansas Renewal Notice/Postcard
  • Utility Bill or equivalent electronic notice, not more than two months old
  • Mail from a financial institution (i.e. monthly bank statement)
  • Educational institution transcript forms or grade cards for current school year
  • W-2 Form, 1099 Form, or similar notice from employer, not more than 12 months old

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

What documents do I need to present if I am a non-U.S. citizen changing address?

If you are not a US citizen and you are changing your address at the KS DOR, the Kansas Division of Motor Vehicles will require you to present one or more documents that establish your lawful presence in the USA, in addition to proof of Kansas residency. These documents may include:

  • Unexpired Permanent Resident Card
  • Unexpired Employment Authorization Card
  • Unexpired Foreign Passport with required U.S. entry markings and/or documentation
  • Valid I-94 (i.e. Asylee/Refugee)
  • Refugee Travel Document

Contact your local Kansas DMV to check whether you will be required to present further documentation. To find a DMV near you, use our DMV locator.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

What penalties will I face if I do not change my address with the DMV?

Any drivers who move to the state of Kansas or has recently moved to a new residence is required to make an offici al address change with the KS DOR within 10 days of moving. Failure to do so may result in select fees and/or fines. In addition, if you do not report an official address change to the KS DMV, you will not be able to receive your renewal notice, because your on-file address will not be accurate.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas

When must I change my address with the DMV?

If you have moved to a new residence, you must notify the Kansas Driver License Division of change of address within ten days of moving so you can update your information on your driving license and identification card. You can report your change of address at your local KS DMV online, in person or by mail. If you are a commercial drivers license holder, you must apply in person. Make sure that you have all the required documents before reporting your change of address at the DMV.

For more information: How to Handle a Change of Address in Kansas