Can you renew expired new jersey drivers license by mail

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

Eligibility: You can renew your license by mail if:

  1. Your license has been expired for less than 6 months.
  2. You are a New Jersey resident.
  3. You have not had any changes to your name, address, or social security number since your last license renewal.

Required Documents: You will need to provide the following documents with your renewal application:

  1. A completed Application for Renewal of Driver License (Form BA-208).
  2. A photocopy of your expired license.
  3. Proof of identity (e.g., passport, birth certificate, or valid ID card).
  4. Proof of New Jersey residency (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement).

Fees: You will need to pay the renewal fee, which is currently $24 for a 4-year license.

Mail-in Process: To renew your license by mail, follow these steps:

  1. Download and complete the Application for Renewal of Driver License (Form BA-208) from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) website or pick one up from an MVC agency.
  2. Attach the required documents (listed above) to the application.
  3. Mail the application and documents to the MVC address listed on the form.
  4. Make sure to include a check or money order for the renewal fee.

Processing Time: The MVC will process your application and mail your new license within 10-15 business days.

Note: If your license has been expired for more than 6 months, you will need to visit an MVC agency in person to renew your license.

For more information, you can visit the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission website or contact them at (609) 292-6500.