You DID NOT renew your previous license or ID in person.You’ve been diagnosed with a mental or physical disability (excluding vision) that could affect your ability to drive.You are ineligible to renew your license by mail if: NOTE: If you must change your address, do so online before renewing your Maryland ID or license by mail. Renew your license no later than 15 days before it expires to receive your new license in time. Your renewal letter will tell you if you are able to renew your Maryland driver’s license of photo ID by mail. If you do not receive your new ID or license within 30 days, contact the MVA by calling 1-41. Destroy your old ID when you receive your new card. You should receive your new license or ID within 30 days of completing the transaction. If you are 40 years old or older, you must take an eye exam issued and submitted by an Authorized Online Vision Certification Provider (exam must be completed and submitted within 1 year prior to renewal). You may also pay online by providing your checking account information. eMVA accepts American Express, MasterCard Discover Card, or Visa. When renewing online or through an MVA kiosk, be ready to provide your: To renew at an MVA kiosk, visit one of the 24-hour self-service kiosks found at all MVA locations. The MVA will use this information to contact you in the future. You’ll be required to enter your valid email address and phone number to begin renewing your license or ID. To renew online, visit the MVA eStore portal and click:
If necessary, update your address online or at the kiosk before renewing. When you receive your renewal notice in the mail, it will say whether you have the option to renew your license or ID online or at a self-service MVA kiosk. Renew Maryland License Online or at an MVA Kiosk If you did NOT renew in person the last time you renewed, you MUST renew in person. If you’re under 40 and eligible for online or mail-in renewal, you are NOT permitted to renew in person. If eligible, renew your MD license or ID: To convert your Maryland license or ID to a REAL ID, you’ll need to submit documents in person to the Maryland Vehicle Administration (MVA). A valid driver’s license is required for all Maryland drivers, renew yours up to 6 months before your expiration date.
Maryland driver’s licenses and photo IDs are valid for 5-8 years.