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Renew your Oklahoma Drivers license. Prepare all your DMV info. Get all the forms, rules and steps required for your OK drivers license renewal. All drivers in Oklahoma must go In Person to any driver license exam station to get a renewal processed. There are a couple of exceptions to this rule. For instance, if you are temporarily away from the state, or if you are currently serving in the military, you mail renew via Mail. By signing up below you'll receive a checklist that will guide you with your renewal. We’ll supply you with all of the required rules, forms, and procedures so that you are fully prepared at renewal time. Please continue reading below to get started with your Oklahoma license renewal.

Oklahoma Drivers License Renewal Information

Expiration Date

Class D licenses in the Sooner State must be renewed every four (4) years. Unlike other states where licenses expire on your birth date, in Oklahoma your license will expire 4 years from the month in which your license was issued. It will be valid until the last day of the month. When in doubt, just double check your physical card as it will clearly state its expiration date.

Renewal Notice

The OK DPS will send electronic renewal notices to your email address on file. You should see the notice in your inbox forty five (45) days before your license expires. The DPS will not send out renewal notices via standard postal mail. In order for your email notice to arrive you must keep your address updated with the DPS database. To update your email address now, please use the following website. Note: Regardless of whether you receive the email or not, you must always renew on time.

When To Renew

You should renew your license before midnight of the day that it expires. However, waiting until the last minute is not the best approach. Oklahoma allows all drivers to renew up to one (1) year before it expires. In other words, if your license was issued on March 11, 2012 it will expire 4 years later on March 31st of 2016 (the last day of the month). You may begin the renewal process as early as March 01 of the year 2015 (1 year before). If you go past your expiration date, your license will not be considered active and will expire.

Expired Oklahoma License

It is illegal to drive with an expired license. There are several extra requirements that must be met if you are trying to renew a license that has expired for more than thirty (30) days. First of all, you will lose the privilege of applying via mail (in the event that you are outside the state of Oklahoma). By mail is only allowed for active licenses or licenses that have expired for less than 30 days. Your only option is to go in person because you will need to show a certified birth certificate. When going in person, you may visit your closest driver license exam station or a tag agent which accepts birth certificates.

Suspensions can occur if you commit major traffic violations or abuse your permissions. For instance, causing an accident while uninsured is grounds for suspension. You may also be arrested. You must always have minimum amount of insurance in Oklahoma. Use our auto insurance comparison shopper for the best rates. Drivers who are learning how to drive with permits can have their license suspended for operating electronic equipment while driving. DUI convictions will also results in your license being taken away.

In order to have your driving privileges returned following a suspension, you must serve your suspension period and follow through with the reinstatement procedure.

Renew Oklahoma Drivers License Online

In Oklahoma there is no website to renew to online. You must either go In Person or by Mail. Please continue reading.

Oklahoma Drivers License Renew by Mail

In order to use the mail in service you must fall into one of two categories.

You must be temporarily away from the state of Oklahoma.
OR You are currently serving in the U.S. military.

However, everyone in Oklahoma is welcome to renew in person.

Requirements to Renew By Mail

You must meet these conditions in order to use this service:

Your license cannot be a commercial drivers license (CDL). Only Class D or ID cards are allowed.
You are not currently in the state of Oklahoma OR you are currently serving the in the U.S. Armed Forces on active duty.
Your drivers license has not expired for more than thirty (30) days. If it is, your only option is to go in person. Make sure that you meet the Expired License section rules.

STEPS

Complete and download the following Renewal or Replacement while Out of Country or Out of State form.
Please read the first page carefully.
Fill in the second page of the application. It will ask for your name, birth date, Oklahoma address (po boxes not allowed), out of state mailing address (license will be sent here), email address or phone number, and drivers license number (not required).
You must show two Proof of Identification documents. One must be a Primary document and the other a Secondary document. Please make certified copies of these items:
1. The first item can be either your U.S. Passport OR Birth Certificate OR current OK expiring drivers license.
2. And you must show either your Social Security Card, Military ID, Insurance card, or School ID.
3. For a complete list of these items, click here.
The contents of your mail packet must include photocopies of the following items:
1. Proof of Residency document. It must show your name and Oklahoma address. Please use any of the following documents (your current expiring drivers license cannot be used for this): Utility bill, mobile phone bill, bank statement, mortgage or rental agreements, homeowner's insurance, hunting or fishing license, etc.. For a complete list of items, Click Here.
2. Proof of identity document. Please use any of the following documents: your current or expired drivers license, ID card, marriage certificate, social security card, school ID, etc.. For a complete list of items, Click Here.
Make payment for the Fee of $21.50. The only forms of payment are Checks or Money Orders. Please make the payment to Department of Public Safety.
Please mail your packet to:

Department of Public Safety
Driver License Examining, Renewal By Mail
PO Box 11415
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73136

Your license will be mailed to your out of state address.

If you have not received your license or if you have any concerns, please contact the DPS:
Phone: (405) 425-2300
Website: Contact Oklahoma DPS.

Oklahoma Drivers License Renewal for Military Drivers

If you are currently serving the U.S. armed forces, your Class D license or ID will not expire. You do not have to renew before your expiration date. You will be given a total of sixty (60) days upon returning to Oklahoma to renew your license. The same applies for your dependents.

However, if you wish to obtain a new license, you can certainly renew by mail as follows:

Renewal Steps and Conditions for U.S. Military Drivers

You may only renew one (1) year before the expiration.
A copy of Military Orders must be sent if you are trying to renew a license that has been expired for more than thirty (30) days. The Orders must prove that your current location is outside of Oklahoma.
You may not renew a commercial drivers license by mail.
Complete and download the following Military Renewal by Mail form.
Please read the first page carefully.
Fill in the second page of the application. It will ask for your name, birth date, Oklahoma address (P.O. boxes not allowed), out of state mailing address (license will be sent here), email address or phone number, and drivers license number (not required).
You must show two Proof of Identification documents. One must be a Primary document and the other a Secondary document. Please make certified copies of these items:
1. The first item can be either your U.S. Passport OR Birth Certificate OR current OK expiring drivers license.
2. And you must show either your Social Security Card, Military ID, Insurance card, or School ID.
3. For a complete list of these items, click here.
Make payment for the Fee of $21.50. The only forms of payment are Checks or Money Orders. Please make the payment to Department of Public Safety.
Please mail your packet to:

Department of Public Safety
Driver License Examining, Renewal By Mail
PO Box 11415
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 73136

For concerns you may call the DPS at (405) 425-2300.

Renew Oklahoma Drivers License In Person

All drivers must renew in person in Oklahoma. If you are currently away from the state or are in the military, you may renew by mail. Furthermore, if your license has been expired for over thirty (30) days this is your only option.

Requirements to Renew In Person

You cannot renew your license more than one (1) year in advance.

STEPS

All renewal applicants must show two forms of Identification (see below for list).
Expired license holders must show proof of Legal Presence (see below for list).
Show up to your closest driver license exam station.

Oklahoma Drivers License Renewal Documents

In order to lessen identity theft, the Oklahoma DPS has made stricter standards when renewing a license. You can no longer just show your current expiring license. The following is what is needed:

List of Documents

Two (2) documents that show Proof of Primary ID and Proof of Secondary ID. View the complete list here.
If your license has expired for more than thirty (30) days you must show Proof of Legal U.S. Presence. This is done by showing a certified Birth Certificate. Only certain locations are set up to check legal presence documents. View the complete list of locations here.

Auto Insurance

Oklahoma law is very clear about car insurance. Every driver must have proof of Financial Responsibility while driving. By carrying a minimum of liability insurance, you will be covered for any damages that your vehicle could cause in an auto accident. Every insurance company offers different rates. It's best if you compare with a wide variety of companies. We'll do the work for you. Just visit our Auto Insurance Center to get started.