WI Driver’s License Renewal 2026: Online, In Person, Lost Card

Can you do your WI driver’s license renewal online?

You need a camera on a computer or phone. You’ll have to go in person if:

Your license has been expired for more than a year
You need a change, such as a glasses restriction, a name change or an updated photo
DMV has no photo of you on file, or it doesn’t meet DMV’s standards
You want your first REAL ID
You hold a CDL
Your license was suspended, revoked or canceled, or you have an out-of-state violation
You’re not a U.S. citizen, or DMV has no verifiable Social Security number for you
Your last renewal was done online

Renewing in person

At a service center, bring your current license, know your Social Security number and fill in form MV3001 (it’s also available there). Non-citizens bring legal presence documents every time. DMV mails a renewal reminder 45 to 60 days before your birthday in the year your license expires.

State of Wisconsin DMV locations →

What renewal and replacement cost

Item	Fee
Renewal, 8 years	$42.50
Late renewal	$5 extra
Replacement license or permit	$14
Replacement ID card	$16
ID card renewal, 8 years	$28

Lost or stolen license

You can order a replacement online if you’re a U.S. citizen, your license is valid and doesn’t expire within 30 days, no other state has suspended or revoked you, and DMV has a usable photo of you. Have your license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, date of birth, ZIP code and email ready. If you’re under 18, you also need your sponsor’s details.

A replacement license or permit is $14. DMV emails a receipt with your photo, which works as your license until the card arrives by first-class mail. If it hasn’t come within 10 business days, call (608) 264-7447. You can update your address in the same application.