Driving Licence Address Change

Have you moved to a new address permanently? If you want to change the address on your driving license, you can apply for its update at RTO. The driving licence address change application process is online through Parivahan. The blog will cover the steps for changing the address on your driving licence, the documents required, and the fees for it in detail.

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Reason for Driving Licence Address Change

There could be two possible reason to change of address on your Driving License:

1. Spelling mistakes or wrong details in address
2. Change in resident address permanently
   • Relocation due to any reason
   • Marriage
   • Change in state

There are certain requirements when changing the address on the driving licence. Whether it is a bike or car licence address change, you need to follow the same process and requirements.

Documents required for Driving Licence Address Change

Following are the documents required for driving licence address change:

• New address proof
• Original driving licence
• ID proof
• Affidavit (in case of mistakes)

How to Change Address on Driving Licence?

Following steps are required to change address on driving licence:

• Visit the Parivahan Sewa website
• Click on the “Driving License Related Services” option
• Choose the state of residence
• Click on the “Apply for Change of Address”
• Enter driving license number, date of birth, and complete the captcha verification and get all details
• Enter your new residential address
• Upload scanned copies of your Aadhaar Card and Existing Driving License
• Confirm the details
• Pay the required fees online
• Receive new driving licence with updated address by speed post

You don’t need to visit the RTO office. The process for address change on a driving licence is the same for both bike (two-wheeler) and car (four-wheeler) licences.

Driving Licence address change fees

Particular	Fees
Application fee	Rs 200
Smart DL fee	Rs 200

You have to pay additional fees for smart DL with new address along with the application fees. The online payment options are available through Debit/Credit card, UPI.

Processing time for address change in driving license

Processing time for an address change on a DL is 30 days. You will receive your new address-updated driving license at your postal address. Meanwhile, you can check the online status of your application.

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FAQs

Is one state driving licence valid in India?

Yes, a driving license issued by one state in India is valid in all other states in India.

Is digital driving licence valid in India?

Yes, a digital driving license is valid in India.

Can I renew my driving licence anywhere in India?

Yes, you can renew your driving license at any RTO in India.

Is it mandatory to update the address on my driving licence if I move to a new place?

No, it is advisable to update your address to ensure your licence and vehicle records remain accurate and valid. It is mainly required when you permanently relocated to new state of place.

Will my driving licence number change after address update?

No, your DL number will remain the same. Only the address section will be updated.

Do I need to take a driving test again after changing my address?

No, a driving test is not required for address change in DL.

Will I get a new smart card DL after address change?

Yes, you’ll receive a new smart card with the updated address.

When to change address on driving licence when moving?

Your driving licence is valid across India. But if you move to a new residential address permanently in a different RTO jurisdiction or state, you should change the address on your driving licence.

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