Duplicate driver’s license overview
Follow the steps detailed below to request a duplicate driver’s license online, in-person, or by mail or email.
Follow the steps detailed below to request a duplicate driver’s license online, in-person, or by mail or email.
If your driver’s license is lost, stolen, or damaged/destroyed, you can get a duplicate license online.
You can’t request a duplicate driver’s license online if:
Step 1: Gather what you need
Step 2: Request a duplicate driver’s license online
Step 3: Get your driver’s license in the mail
Your license will arrive through the mail within 20 business days. For more information, please see Central Issuance.
Track the delivery of your new card to see when it will arrive in the mail.
If your driver’s license is lost, stolen, or damaged/destroyed, you can request a duplicate license in person.
If your name or address has changed since you got your last license, there are additional steps to update your address on your new license. Learn how to change your address.
Step 1: Print and complete the required form
Complete an application for duplicate of current driver's license or permit (Form 1-B).
Step 2: Make an appointment
When replacing a driver’s license in person, you’ll need to make an appointment at a DMV office.
You may also make an appointment at a DMV express office, such as select AAA locations or Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union locations (Milford | North Haven | Norwalk). Note: These locations may charge a convenience fee up to $8 per DMV transaction.
Make an appointment
If your driver’s license is lost, stolen, or damaged/destroyed, you can request a duplicate license by mail or email.
If your address has changed since you got your last license, there are additional steps to update your address on your new license. Learn how to change your address.
You can’t request a duplicate driver’s license by mail or email if:
If you cannot request a duplicate license by mail or email, please make an appointment to replace it in person instead.
To request a duplicate driver’s license by mail:
To request a duplicate driver’s license by email: