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Do I need to file a police report if my license was lost or stolen?
For your lost or stolen drivers license, you do not need to file a police report. However, if you want to take extra precautions to protect your identity and your personal information from fraudulent activity, then you may disclose the incident to the Missouri Department of Revenue. The DOR may flag your record until you can obtain your duplicate license. If you still want to file a police report, then feel free to do so.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

How can I obtain a copy of the driver manual?
There are a few different ways in which to obtain a copy of the Missouri driver manual. The Missouri Department of Revenue Driver Guide is available online at the Missouri Department of Revenue website. There is an audio version available as well. The driver manual is available in Spanish as well as Bosnian. The El Manual del Conductor de Missouri is available online. The Missouri Driver Guide (Bosnian Language) is a Bosnian language translation of the manual, also available online

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

How can I renew my drivers license?
To renew drivers licenses in Missouri, you may have to provide proof of name, date of birth, place of birth, Social Security Number and Missouri residential address. You must apply in person at a Missouri Department of Revenue licensing office. Current proof of your residential address is required each time you renew your drivers license. Acceptable proof includes a recent utility bill, paycheck or voter registration card. You are also required to take the vision and road signs test at each Missouridrivers license renewal.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

How do I apply for a drivers license?
Anyone who plans to operate a motor vehicle on public roadways in Missouri must apply for a driver s license. Drivers 18 and older are eligible to apply for either a for a Class F or Class E driver s license. The Class E license allows you to drive for employment purposes such as being a pizza delivery person in addition to having regular driving privileges. The Class F license does not allow you to drive for hire. To apply for driverslicense you must:
  • Pass the vision screening, written test, road sign test and driving test.
  • Present proof of date of birth, name, place of birth, your Social Security Number, and proof of your Missouri residential address.

If you are applying for a Class E license after having held a Class F license then you do not need to take the driving test. Also, Class F licensees may not operate a motorcycle unless they apply for a motorcycle endorsement. If you are new to the state and carry a driving license from another state, then you are still required to apply for a Missouri driver s license.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

How do I get a hardship license?
The state of Missouri has a Limited Driving Privilege (LDP) program that is also known as a hardship license. Hardship licenses allow drivers to use their cars for important tasks that have been pre-approved, such as getting to and from work.

You may not be eligible for the LDP in certain cases. For example, if you were convicted of a felony involving a motor vehicle. To apply you must:

  • Submit an Application for Limited Driving Privilege
  • File a petition with your local county circuit court

You will be responsible for the associated court costs and legal fees when obtaining your hardship license.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

How do I get a replacement license if I am in the military and stationed elsewhere?
To receive a drivers license replacement if you are in the military and stationed out of Missouri, you may apply by mail. Active duty military personal and their dependents must fill out a Mail-in Driver License Application. On the application, indicate your out-of-state or out-of-country mailing address. Your replacement driverslicense will be mailed to that address. Include with the application the following:
  • Photocopy of military ID card
  • Copy of U.S. Passport or birth certificate
  • Social Security Number
  • Proof of Missouri Residential Address, for example, a voter registration card

Submit all copies by mail to:

Driver License Bureau

Attention MIL

P.O. Box 200

Jefferson City, MO 65105-0200

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

How do I know if my license was mailed after it has been restored?
Once you have met all the requirements of your suspension, you can reinstate your suspended driving license. If you have not received your reinstated drivers license, contact the MO DOR for details on the delivery status of your driving license. You can call the Missouri Department of Revenue, Motor Vehicle and Driver License Bureau at 573-751-4600 or make an in-person visit to your local MO DOR.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

How do I obtain a duplicate license?
To replace licenses in the state of Missouri, you must apply in person at a Missouri Department of Revenue Licensing Office. You may obtain a duplicate drivers license if:
  • Your license was lost, stolen or destroyed.
  • Vital identifying personal information such as your name, date of birth, gender, or residential address has changed.
  • You want to add designations to your license such as “veteran”, “permanent disability” or “boater”.

To apply, present a document proving your identity such as a military ID, student ID or work ID. Duplicate license fees vary depending on the class of license and length of validation.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

How do I reinstate after a revocation as a Habitual Traffic Offender?
The state of Missouri does not have a Habitual Traffic Offender law. Missouri does however, participate in a point system which monitors traffic violations. The number of points accumulated over a certain period of time can result in having your driver s license suspended. If you accumulate eight or more points in 18 months, your first driver s license suspension will be for 30 days. Your driver s license will be suspended if you accumulate 12 or more points in a 12 month period. You can reinstate revoked drivers license by following what is outlined in your case in the notice of suspension letter.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

How do I reinstate my suspended license?
To reinstate suspended drivers license, you must follow the steps to identify your violations, file the necessary paperwork, and pay the associated fees. The reason why your driver s license was suspended will be sent to you in a notice of suspension letter from the Missouri Department of Revenue, Driver License Bureau. The letter will state for what and for how long your license will be suspended. It will also have information regarding the documentation you must submit, such as proof of substance abuse treatment in the case of a drug- or alcohol-related offense. You must also figure out what fees you have to pay to reinstate your license.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

How do I renew my license if I am in the military and stationed elsewhere?
You may qualify to renew drivers licenses if you are an active-duty military member or dependent stationed out of state. All other residents must appear inperson at a Missouri DOR licensing office to renew driver licenses. Active-duty military personnel and their dependents must fill out a Mail-in Driver License Application. Along with the application, provide the following:
  • Photocopy of military ID card
  • Copy of U.S. Passport or birth certificate, etc.
  • Social Security Number
  • Proof of Missouri Residential Address such as voter registration card

Submit all copies by mail to:

Driver License Bureau

Attention MIL

P.O. Box 200

Jefferson City, MO 65105-0200

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

How do I replace my license if I am a non-U.S. citizen?
To replace drivers licenses, non-U.S. citizens and U.S. citizens alike must present a photo ID at the DOR. Examples of a photo ID if you are a non-U.S. citizen include:
  • Permanent Resident ID card
  • Temporary stamp on a foreign passport
  • Employment authorization card

If you do not have a photo ID, then other forms of ID may be acceptable. You may present a Social Security card, a document that shows name and date of birth, or a document that shows your name and your signature.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

How do I replace my license if I lost it out of state?
If you have a lost drivers license and you are located out of state, then you will need to apply for a replacement license upon your return to the state. Non-military residents are not permitted to apply for a replacement license, remotely. Active duty servicemen and their dependents may be eligible to apply for a duplicate license using the Mail-in Driver License Application. Along with the application, include:
  • Photocopy of military ID card
  • Copy of U.S. Passport or birth certificate, etc.
  • Social Security Number
  • Proof of Missouri residential address such as a voter registration card

Submit all copies by mail to:

Driver License Bureau

Attention MIL

P.O. Box 200

Jefferson City, MO 65105-0200

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

How does the DMV check my vision?
When you apply for a new drivers license or a drivers license renewal, the Missouri DMV will test your vision. The vision screening will consist of an acuity and peripheral vision test. Your visual acuity must be at least 20/40 in either or both eyes. Your peripheral vision must be at least 55 degrees in each eye or 85 degrees in one eye. If you happen to fail the vision screening, then you will receive a form to be completed by an eye care professional or physician that shows how your vision has been corrected and is fit for driving.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

How long will I have a suspended license for not taking a chemical test?
Refusing to submit to an alcohol or drug test is known as a Chemical Revocation in Missouri. Your driver’s license will be suspended for one year for a Chemical Revocation. Along with a suspended drivers license, you will also be subject to the following consequences for refusing a chemical test:
  • $45 reinstatement fee
  • Maintaining proof of auto insurance on file with the DOR for two years
  • Completing a substance abuse traffic program
  • Being responsible for installing and maintaining an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) if you have two or more alcohol or drug related violations

Fees are subject to change.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

How soon can I renew my driver’s license?
You may renew your driver s license beginning six months prior to the expiration date. To remind you that it is time to renew, the DOR will mail a renewal reminder notice to your mailing address on file. To renew drivers licenses, drivers take renewal notice to the DMV license along with proof of name, age, date of birth, legal presence in the United States and Social Security Number.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

If I file a police report, will my replacement fee be waived?
If your drivers license is lost or stolen and you choose to file a police report, your replacement fee may not necessarily be waived. If you want to take extra precautions to protect your identity and your personal information from fraudulent activity, then you may disclose the incident to the Missouri Department of Revenue. The DOR may flag your record until you can obtain your drivers license replacement. To find out specific information regarding your lost or stolen driver s license, contact the Missouri Department of Revenue at 573-751-1887.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

If my drivers license has been lost or stolen, how can I get it flagged with the DMV?
The DMV might flag your drivers license as lost or stolen if another driver is pulled over by the police while using your MO driving license. However, in order to avoid fraud and/or identity theft, you are strongly recommended to report your lost drivers license or stolen drivers license to the local authorities and the MO DMV near you at your earliest convenience.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

Is there an age limit to renew your license?
No, there is no age limit to renew driver license in Missouri. Instead, when drivers reach the age of 70, they will receive a three-year driver s license. All driver s license renewal applicants must take a vision and road signs test each time they renew. Senior drivers with an (S) school bus endorsement must submit to annual skills testing once they reach the age of 70. Noncommercial driver s license holders age 65 and older are not required to present proof of place of birth in order to renew their driver s license.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

What address will my replacement license be mailed to?
Your duplicate drivers license will be mailed to the address on file with the MO DOR. That is why it is very important that you update your personal information with the DMV. If you are applying for a drivers license copy and you are currently out of state, your driving license replacement will be sent to the address you provide in the application form.

For more inforrmation: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

What are requirements for seniors to renew a driving license?
In the state of Missouri, adults 21 through 69 receive a drivers license that expires on their birthday after six years. Applicants 70 and older will receive a driver s license that renews after three years. All driver s license renewal applicants must take the vision and road signs tests. Another note for senior citizen drivers, applicants 65 and older renewing a noncommercial driver s license are exempt from having to present proof of place of birth.

For more information: Senior Drivers in Missouri

What are some violations that may constitute in a suspended license?
In the state of Missouri, there are various violations that could result in the suspension of your driving privileges. Below is a sample list of violations:
  • Accumulation of points for traffic tickets
  • Zero tolerance DWI
  • Failure to pay child support
  • Driving without auto insurance

Suspensions can last anywhere from 30 days up to one year. Visit the Department of Revenue for a full list of violations that could result in drivers license suspension.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

What are the consequences of driving with a suspended license?
You may face consequences for driving with a suspended drivers license in Missouri. If you are caught, you may get your driver s license revoked for one year. If you drive with a revoked driver s license, then you will face felony charges as well as another year of revocation. To avoid these consequences, it is best to see if you are eligible to apply for Limited Driving Privilege (LDP)license, or what is also known as a hardship license.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

What are the fees for a duplicate drivers license?
The fees for a MO duplicate drivers license vary greatly. The license replacement fee is dependent on the class of license as well as the length of validation. The fee for a duplicate license is in most cases the same price as a new license. Also, a six-year license costs more than a three-year license. Below is a sample list of duplicate fees:
  • Class A, B, or C drivers license duplicate: $22.50 for three years; $25.00 for six years
  • Class E driving license duplicate: $17.50 for three years; $20.00 for six years
  • Class F duplicate driver license: $10.00 for three years; $12.50 for six years

Please visit the Missouri Department of Revenue website for a full schedule of duplicate license fees.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

What are the reinstatement fees I will have to pay for a suspended license?
You may have your Missouri driver s license reinstated after you pay the associated fee. The reinstatement fees that you will be responsible for are dependent upon the number and type of violations you have committed. Below is a sample list of violations and their corresponding fee:
  • Automobile Accident Judgment: $20
  • Moving violations involving alcohol: $45
  • Driving without insurance: $20

If you pay your suspended drivers license reinstatement fee by credit or debit card, a convenience fee will be tacked onto your fee.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

What are the suspensions eligible for a hardship license?
If you have a MO suspended drivers license and you are not yet eligible to apply for reinstatement, you may qualify for a hardship license. A Missouri Limited Driving Privilege (LDP) makes it possible for you to lawfully drive for important reasons such as getting to work, or to a doctor s appointment, for example. There are many cases that would make you ineligible for a LDP hardship license, such as if you were convicted of driving under the influence of drugs or you have been convicted of a felony involving a motor vehicle. Visit the Missouri DOR website for a full list of violations that are ineligible for a hardship license.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

What do I need to do to get my driver’s license if I fail the driving test?
To get drivers licenses in the state of Missouri, you must pass a vision, written, road signs and driving test. You have up to three attempts to pass the driving test. You may only take the driving test once per day. If you fail the driving test more than three times, then you will be barred from taking the test again until you receive written authorization from the Missouri Department of Revenue. You must take additional driver training and show proof of completion before you can take the driving test again.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

What documents do I need to get my drivers license?
You need to have a Missouri drivers license to operate a motor vehicle in the state. To get drivers license, you must pass a vision, written, road sign, and driving test. You must also present the following information:
  • One proof of name, date of birth, and place of birth such as a certified birth certificate or U.S. passport
  • Your Social Security Number given verbally or by presenting your Social Security Card
  • One proof of your Missouri address such as a utility bill or voter registration card

If you are new to the state and carry a driving license from another state, then you are still required to apply for a Missouri driver s license. In addition to providing the above documentation, you will need to take the written and road signs tests as well as relinquish your out-of-state drivers license.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

What documents do I need to present to renew my drivers license?
To renew drivers licenses, you will need to presentacceptable forms of proof of name, date of birth, place of birth, Social Security Number and Missouri residential address. The following items are needed to renew your driver s license:
  • One proof of name, date of birth, and place of birth such as a certified birth certificate or U.S. passport
  • Social Security Number, presented verbally or with your Social Security card
  • One proof of your Missouri address such as a utility bill or paycheck

Also, you may substitute the reminder notice you receive in the mail from the DOR as your proof of residential address. You must also pass vision and road signs tests each time you renew your MO drivers license.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

What documents will I need to present to replace my drivers license?
To apply for a drivers license replacement, you must present a document proving your identity such as a military ID, student ID or work ID. If you do not have a photo ID, then other forms of ID may be acceptable. You may present a Social Security card, a document that shows name and date of birth, or a document that shows your name and your signature. If you are applying for a duplicate license within six months of your driver s license expiration date, then your transaction will be processed as an early drivers license renewal by the DMV. For a renewal, you may need to present additional documentation such as proof of name, date of birth, legal presence in the U.S., Social Security Number and proof of Missouri residential address.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

What languages is the written test available in?
The Missouri DMV written test is only available in the English language. However there are driver guides in both Spanish and Bosnian. The El Manual del Conductor de Missouri was last updated in 2005.The Missouri Driver Guide (Bosnian Language) was last updated in 2001 so it does not reflect any law or procedural changes that have occurred since then. At this time, Spanish and Bosnian are the only languages other than English in which you may study for getting drivers license. There is an English audio version of the test available for your convenience.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

What penalties will I face if I do not renew my expired drivers license?
If you do not renew your MO driver s license, you may face varying degrees of penalties. The DMV mails a renewal notice to your mailing address on file around six months prior to the expiration of your driver s license. It is still your responsibility to renew drivers licenses on time even if you do not receive a notice. If you do not renew expired drivers licenses within six months, you will have to retake the written and driving tests in addition to the road signs and vision tests.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

What should I do if I have not received my renewed license?
After you apply for a drivers license renewal at a Missouri DOR licensing office, your renewed license will be mailed to your mailing address on file. It should arrive in seven to 10 business days. If your license is sent back to the post office as undeliverable, it will be returned to the DOR. After 30 days, the DOR destroys renewed licenses that are not claimed. If you have not received your renewed license, contact the Missouri Department of Revenue at 573-751-1887.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

What tests will I need to take for my drivers license?
To get Missouri drivers licenses, there are four DMV tests to pass:
  • Vision screening
  • Road signs test
  • Written test
  • Driving test

If you are new to Missouri and you hold a driver s license from another state, then you only need take the written and road signs tests to obtain your Missouri driver s license. Tests are administered at Missouri State Highway Patrol examination stations.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

What type of noncommercial license will I need?
There are three different types of noncommercial driver s licenses that you can apply for in the state of Missouri. If you are a minor between16 and 18, then you can apply for an intermediate drivers license which enables you to drive alone expect past curfew during late night hours. Drivers 18 and older are eligible to apply for either a Class F or Class E driver s license. The Class E license allows you to drive for employment purposes, such as being a food delivery person, in addition to having regular driving privileges. The Class F license does not allow you to drive for hire. If you are applying for a Class E license after having held a Class F license, then you do not need to take the driving test. Also, Class F licensees may not operate a motorcycle unless they apply for a motorcycle endorsement.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

When can I reinstate my license after it has been suspended?
To find out when you can reinstate suspended drivers license, you must refer to your driving record or your notice of suspension letter sent to you by the Missouri Department of Revenue, Driver License Bureau. Driving records may be ordered for a fee of $5.88. Fees are subject to change. Your length of suspension will depend on your violation type and the number of violations you have. Suspensions can last anywhere from 30 days or more.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

When will I need to renew my license?
You will receive a notice to renew drivers license around six months prior to its expiration. You should visit your local DOR office to renew your driver s license at this time. You may use your reminder notice as proof of your Missouri residential address when applying for drivers license renewal. You have up to six months after your driver s license expires to renew. If you do not renew by that time, you will have to retake the written and driving tests.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

When will I receive a replacement license after applying?
After you apply for a Missouri drivers license replacement, you should receive your license in the mail in seven to 10 business days. If you do not receive your duplicate driving license in that timeframe, contact the DOR. If your license is sent back to the post office as undeliverable, it will be returned to the DOR. After 30 days, the DOR will destroy your renewed license if it is not claimed. If you have not received your renewed license, contact the Missouri Department of Revenue at 573-751-1887.

For more information: Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Missouri Driver’s License or ID Card

Where can I check to see if my license is suspended?
When you get a suspended driving license, the Missouri Department of Revenue, Driver License Bureau will mail you a notice of suspension. On that notice, you will find the violations for which your driver s license was suspended, as well as the steps you need to take to reinstate it. Also, your Missouri DMV driving record will contain any information on your driving violations. There is a fee of $5.88 to obtain your driving record. Fees are subject to change without notice.

For more information: Suspended License Information for Missouri

Where can I get a new drivers license?
You can obtain a new driver s license at a Missouri licensing office. You must present your Driver Examination record to show that you have passed the necessary tests. The tests that you need to take to get drivers license are a vision, written, road signs and driving test. Tests are administered at Missouri State Highway Patrol examination stations.

For more information: How to Apply for a New Driver’s License in Missouri

Will I be required to take a vision test for a drivers license renewal?
Yes, all applicants for a MO drivers license renewal must take a vision test as well as a road signs test. The vision screening will test your visual acuity and your peripheral vision. The minimum acuity acceptable to renew your driver s license is 20/40 in either or both eyes. The acceptable peripheral reading is 55 degrees in each eye or 85 degrees in both eyes. If you fail the vision test, you will be given a form to take to your physician or eye care professional who may prescribe corrective lenses. Though, if your visual acuity is less than 20/160 and your peripheral is less than 70 degrees, you will not be issued a driver s license.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri

Will I get a drivers license renewal notice in the mail?
Yes, you should get a renewal notice in the mail reminding you of your drivers license expiration date. The Missouri DOR mails renewal notices around six months prior to the date ofexpired drivers license. You can bring your renewalnotice with you as proof of your residential address when you visit a local DOR licensing office. Drivers are still responsible for renewing drivers licenses if a renewal notice is not received.

For more information: How to Renew a Driver’s License in Missouri