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How to Renew/Replace a Motorcycle License in Arizona

Updated on Thu, 4/28/2011

HOW TO RENEW YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

An Arizona Motorcycle License can be renewed in person at any driver license office in the State. The Arizona Motor Vehicle Division does not notify owners of the expiration date of their motorcycle license.

WHEN TO RENEW YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

Arizona issues an extended motorcycle license that does not expire until you are 65 years of age. But every 12 years you must have a new photo taken and test your vision. You can renew your motorcycle license any time in the six months leading up to its expiration. Every 12 years, the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) will send you a notice requesting that you to visit a local driver license facility for a new photo and replacement motorcycle license. If you fail to obtain a replacement photo license every 12 years, many of your service privileges will be revoked including eligibility for online services and obtaining duplicates for lost motorcycle licenses.

TO RENEW IN PERSON

You must bring:

  • The expiring motorcycle license.
  • Acceptable proof of identification (see the Arizona Driver License Manual for details).
  • Your Social Security Number.
  • Have your vision tested and a photo taken.
  • Pay a renewal fee of $10. Arizona MVD accepts payment by cash, check or money order. Some branches also accept credit card payments.

HOW TO REPLACE YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

An Arizona Motorcycle License can be replaced online, by phone or in person at any local Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) office or authorized third party office in the State.

WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

You must replace your motorcycle license if your original license has been lost, stolen or destroyed.

TO REPLACE IN PERSON

You must bring:
  • Proper identification. The state of Arizona requires that you present one piece of primary ID and one piece of secondary ID, with at least one of them being a photo ID, when applying for a duplicate motorcycle license. Alternatively, you can bring three pieces of non-photo ID.
  • Bring the correct fee. Normally, there is a $4 fee for replacing a lost, stolen, or mutilated motorcycle license. Please contact your local MVD office to confirm the fee before applying in person, since fees may vary.
  • If your motorcycle license was about to expire soon, you can renew your license instead of applying for a replacement.

TO REPLACE VIA THE INTERNET

You may replace your motorcycle license online, unless your driving privileges are suspended/revoked. To replace online, you will need:
  • Motorcycle license number and Name as stated on your previous license.
  • Date of birth.
  • A valid e-mail address where you will receive confirmation of replacement order.
  • A Credit card (Visa, American Express, MasterCard or Discover) to make the payment of $4 for the replacement.
It can take up to four weeks for you to receive your duplicate license by mail. You can choose express delivery by paying an additional fee.

TO REPLACE BY TELEPHONE

To replace your motorcycle license on the telephone, you need to call (877) 301-8093 and request a duplicate. You can pay the replacement fee of $4 by MasterCard/Visa credit card. The duplicate motorcycle license will usually be dispatched the same day.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION