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How to Renew/Replace a Motorcycle License in Delaware

Updated on Thu, 4/28/2011

HOW TO RENEW YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

A Delaware Motorcycle License can be renewed in person at any DMV office in the State. The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles notifies owners of the expiration date of their motorcycle license by mail, approximately two months in advance.

WHEN TO RENEW YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

Your Delaware motorcycle license is issued for five years and will generally expire during the month of your birthday. It is advisable to renew your motorcycle license before the birthday on which it will expire. You can renew your license any time in the three months leading up to its expiration. Your driving privileges expire on the midnight of your birthday if you do not renew.

TO RENEW IN PERSON

You must bring:

  • Your expiring motorcycle license or Proof of Identity if the expiring license is not available.
  • If your name has changed, documentation of the name change is required.
  • Renewal fee payable by cash, check or credit card. A late fee of $1.15 is charged for renewals after the expiration date.
  • You must return your expired motorcycle license, complete an application and pass a vision screening test.
  • Road tests and written knowledge tests may be given.

Note: Delaware residents who are living temporarily outside like students or those in the military can apply for a renewed motorcycle license by mail. If using US Postal Service, mail the required information along with a check or money order for the renewal fee:

Division of Motor Vehicles

Attn: Dawn Sausser (302) 744-2506



P.O.Box 698



Dover, DE 19903

If using a private courier service, then mail:

303 Transportation Circle

Dover, DE 19901

HOW TO REPLACE YOUR MOTORCYCLE LICENSE

A Delaware Motorcycle License can be replaced in person at any DMV 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 Delaware requires that you present 3 pieces of ID with your signature on at least one of them when applying for a duplicate motorcycle license.
  • Bring the correct fee. Cash, credit cards, and checks are accepted. Please contact your local DMV office to confirm the fee before applying in person, since fees may vary.
  • If your motorcycle license will expire within the next 60 days, you can renew your license instead of applying for a replacement.

Note: Delaware residents who are temporarily out of state or country on travel and unable to apply in person may apply for a duplicate motorcycle license by calling (302) 744-2506. A temporary license that is valid for 60 days will be mailed to you free of cost. Once you return to Delaware, a permanent replacement can be obtained by visiting the local DMV office.

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