

You'll need to submit your military ID and orders (or a letter from your commanding officer, if your orders have expired) when you renew with the DMV upon your return.

Out-of-State Residents & Military Membersĭelaware does not charge late renewal fees for service members, Defense Department personnel, and dependents who can prove that you were deployed out of state when your driver's license expired. * NOTE: If you do not bring in the required documents for a REAL ID, you will be issued a driver’s license that is non-compliant. Instead of it being marked with a gold star, the card will say “Not for Federal Identification” in the upper right margin. If you don't receive your renewed license, you can contact the DE DMV to check the status.

Instead of it being marked with a gold star, the card will say “Not for Federal Identification” in the upper right margin. What if I can't provide REAL ID-compliant documents?If you do not bring or can't provide the required documents for a REAL ID, you will be issued a driver’s license that is non-compliant. The Delaware DMV provides a full list of acceptable documents for each requirement. If you would like to get the REAL ID at the time of your renewal, you will need to go to the DMV and bring documents proving your:

These cards are marked with a gold star in the upper right-hand corner, and can be used to board domestic flights and enter federal facilities. For more information about the REAL ID Act, read our article on the subject. The Delaware DMV offers REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses and identification cards. The Delaware DMV requires renewals to be completed in person or online. If you're curious about your driver's license status, you can always obtain a copy of your driving record.Įxpired license renewals are handled in the same manner as current licenses, except the DE DMV will charge you a $10 late fee. Did you know a single organ donor could save up to 8 lives? Become an organ donor when you renew your license, and become someone's hero.
