Can i renew my maryland drivers license by mail

In Maryland, you can renew your driver's license by mail, but there are some specific requirements and limitations. Here are the details:

Eligibility: You can renew your Maryland driver's license by mail if:

1. Your license is up for renewal.
2. You are not changing your name, address, or legal status.
3. You are not required to take a vision test.
4. You are not required to provide proof of identity or residency documents.

How to renew by mail:

1. Gather the required documents:
   • Your current Maryland driver's license.
   • A completed Form VR-121 (Application for Driver's License Renewal) (available on the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) website or by calling the MVA).
   • A check or money order payable to the Maryland MVA for the renewal fee (currently $40 for a 6-year license).
2. Mail the documents to: Maryland MVA P.O. Box 6852 Baltimore, MD 21285-6852

Important notes:

• If your license is expired for more than 6 months, you will need to visit an MVA office to renew it.
• If you are changing your name, address, or legal status, you will need to visit an MVA office to renew your license.
• If you are required to take a vision test, you will need to visit an MVA office to renew your license.
• If you are renewing a commercial driver's license (CDL), you will need to visit an MVA office to renew it.

Additional information:

• You can check the status of your renewal application online or by calling the MVA at (410) 768-7000.
• If your renewal application is approved, your new license will be mailed to you within 10-14 business days.

Remember to carefully review the MVA's website and instructions before renewing your license by mail to ensure you meet all the requirements.