All Locations Closed for Juneteenth Holiday 06/19/25.

In observance of Juneteenth all locations closed 06/19/2025.

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Opt-In/Out of Electronic Notification Reminders

Georgia’s 2024 legislation enhances drivers’ convenience across the state! This law allows drivers to opt in for electronic reminders for state issued ID and/or driver’s license renewal(s). Drivers will receive timely notifications via email and/or text to ensure that a renewal date is never missed. Note: You will be asked to log in to your account.

New Rules for Changing an Address

Customers are allowed one free name or address change during the term of their original driver's license/permit/ID card.

To change your address a second time or subsequent time, there will be a $10 fee. If you are within 150 days of the expiration date of your license, you will be required to renew your license.

Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Status & CDL Downgrades

Beginning July 1, 2024, the Georgia Department of Driver Services will begin removing the commercial driving privileges (downgrade) from the driver's license of customers that are “prohibited” until the driver completes the return-to-duty (RTD) process.

Georgia Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

If you or someone else is in distress, feel like there may be a risk of suicide, or having a crisis related to mental health, substance use, or a developmental disability, Call or Text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org.

Medical Certificates Become Automated

Beginning June 18, 2025, all CDL Medical Certificates must be submitted directly to FMCSA by the CDL customer’s Medical Examiner.

Digital Driver's License and ID

Go digital with your driver's license! Enjoy faster verification, increased security, and added convenience. Get your Georgia Digital Driver's License and ID today!

Real ID Compliance

All Georgia driver’s licenses and IDs issued after 2012 are REAL ID-compliant, identifiable by a gold or black star in the upper right-hand corner, indicating compliance with federal REAL ID requirements.

Beware of Fake License Suspension Scam Texts

Protect yourself from license suspension scams—always verify your DDS record directly through official channels to stay safe!

Human Trafficking Notice

Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery in which traffickers use force, fraud, or coercion to control victims for the purpose of engaging in acts or services against his/her will. Call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center at 1-888-373-7888 or the Statewide Georgia Hotline for Human Trafficking at 1-866-363-4842 for help.

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