Connecticut lets you change your address online for your driver's license or ID card

You can change your address through the Connecticut DMV website without visiting an office or mailing anything in. The process takes about 10 minutes and works for driver's licenses, ID cards, and vehicle registrations. You will need your current Connecticut driver's license or ID number, your Social Security number, and a valid email address.

The online system is called the DMV Portal, and it handles address changes only — not name changes, license renewals, or other transactions. Your new address takes effect when ready in the DMV system, though your physical card will still show the old address until you renew it in person or request a replacement card.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your driver's license, ID card, or vehicle registration address online through the Connecticut DMV Portal without visiting an office.
  • You will need your current license or ID number, Social Security number, and a valid email address to start the process.
  • The address change takes effect when ready in the DMV system, but your physical card will not update until you renew or request a replacement.
  • If you move out of state or need to change your name at the same time, you cannot use the online system and must visit a DMV office in person.

What you need before you start

Gather these items before you log into the DMV Portal. You will need your current Connecticut driver's license or ID card number — the one you are changing the address for. You will also need your Social Security number and a valid email address where the DMV can send you a confirmation.

Have your new address ready and make sure it is formatted correctly. The DMV system accepts standard U.S. addresses, including apartment or unit numbers. If you are moving to a P.O. box, you cannot use the online system — you will need to visit a DMV office in person, because the DMV requires a physical street address for driver's licenses and ID cards.

The online system works only if you are staying in Connecticut. If you are moving out of state, you will need to surrender your Connecticut license and get a license from your new state. Contact the DMV office in your new state for their process.

Steps to change your address online

Go to the Connecticut DMV website and look for the link to the DMV Portal or Online Services. You will see an option for "Change Address" — click that. You will be asked to log in or create an account if you do not have one already. Use your email address and create a password.

Enter your driver's license or ID number and your Social Security number. The system will pull up your current information and ask you to confirm it. Review everything carefully — if any of your name, date of birth, or current address is wrong, stop and contact the DMV office by phone before continuing, because the system will not let you correct those details online.

Type in your new address exactly as you want it to appear in the DMV system. Double-check the street number, street name, city, and ZIP code. Click the box to confirm that the address is correct, then submit. You should see a confirmation message on the screen and receive a confirmation email within a few minutes.

What happens after you submit

Your address change is active in the DMV computer system right away. If you need to renew your registration or get a new license soon, your new address will print on those documents. However, your current physical driver's license or ID card will still show your old address until you renew it or request a replacement card.

You do not need to do anything else unless you want to get a new card with your updated address sooner. If you do, you can request a replacement card through the DMV website or by visiting an office. There is usually a small fee for a replacement card, and it takes about two weeks to arrive by mail.

Keep your confirmation email. If there is ever a question about when you changed your address, you can show this email as proof.

When you cannot use the online system

The online address change does not work if you are changing your name, getting a duplicate license, renewing an expired license, or moving out of state. It also does not work if you need to update your address on a commercial driver's license (CDL) or if your license is suspended or revoked.

If any of these explore to you, you will need to visit a Connecticut DMV office in person. You can find office locations and hours on the Connecticut DMV website. Some offices take appointments, and some operate on a first-come, first-served basis — check before you go.

You can also mail in an address change using Form B-43, the Address Change form. Print it from the DMV website, fill it out, sign it, and mail it to the address listed on the form. This takes longer than the online method — usually two to four weeks — but it is an option if you cannot visit an office.

Scams and safety alerts

Do not use any website other than the official Connecticut DMV site to change your address. Scam sites copy the look of the real DMV website and ask for your license number and Social Security number, then sell that information or use it to commit identity theft. The real Connecticut DMV website is ct.gov/dmv — check the address bar carefully before you enter any personal information.

The DMV will never call you, text you, or email you asking for your Social Security number or license number. If someone contacts you claiming to be from the DMV and asking for this information, hang up or delete the message. Report it to the Connecticut Attorney General's office.

Be careful with your confirmation email. It contains information about your address change. Do not forward it to anyone or post it online. If you lose access to the email account where you received the confirmation, you can still prove your address change by visiting a DMV office with your ID.

If something goes wrong

If you submitted your address change but did not receive a confirmation email, log back into the DMV Portal and check whether the change went through. Sometimes the confirmation email takes a few minutes to arrive, or it may end up in your spam folder — check there first.

If the system rejected your submission and gave you an error message, write down the exact error. Common reasons include a mismatch between the name or Social Security number you entered and what is in the DMV system, or a formatting problem with the address. Try again, or call the Connecticut DMV at the phone number listed on their website to ask for help.

If you changed your address online but later discover that the DMV has the wrong address in their system, visit a DMV office in person with your ID and proof of your new address (such as a utility bill or lease). They can correct it for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for my address change to show up?

The address change is active in the DMV system when ready after you submit it online. Your physical driver's license or ID card will still show your old address until you renew it or request a replacement card, which takes about two weeks to arrive by mail.

Do I need to change my address for my vehicle registration too?

Yes, if you own a vehicle registered in Connecticut, you should change the address on your registration as well. You can do this through the same DMV Portal. Your registration renewal notice will go to your new address once the change is processed.

What if I do not have an email address?

You will need a valid email address to use the online system, because the DMV sends a confirmation to that address. If you do not have an email account, you can create one for free through Gmail, Yahoo, or Outlook. Once you have an email address, you can proceed with the online address change.

Can I change my address if my license is expired?

No, the online system works only for valid, current licenses. If your license is expired, you will need to renew it in person at a DMV office. You can change your address at the same time you renew.

What if I entered the wrong address by mistake?

Log back into the DMV Portal and submit a new address change with the correct address. The system will update your record with the new address. If you are unsure whether the change went through, call the Connecticut DMV to confirm what address they have on file.