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Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Mutilated Georgia Driver's License or ID Card

Updated on Thu, 4/28/2011

If your Georgia driver's license or identification card has been lost, stolen, or mutilated, you can apply for a replacement or duplicate license at Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS).

Instructions for replacing a lost, stolen or mutilated Georgia driver's license or identification card:

In Georgia, you can apply to get a replacement for a lost, stolen, or mutilated license online at the DDS website or in person. To be eligible to apply online, your license must be valid for at least another six months and you must reside at the address mentioned on your license. The information you will need is your driver's license number, date of birth and Social Security number. Online payment can be made with a major credit card. To apply in person, follow the instructions below:

  1. Locate the Georgia DDS driver's license Customer Service Center nearest you. Be sure to note the days and hours of operation.
  2. Bring proper identification. The state of Georgia requires that you present one piece of ID from Category A or two pieces of ID from Category B as listed on this page in on the DDS website.
  3. Bring the correct fee. Normally, there is a $5 fee for replacing a lost, stolen, or mutilated license. Checks, cash, money orders or credit cards are accepted. Please contact the Georgia Department of Driver Services to confirm the fee before applying in person, since fees may vary.
  4. If your license has been stolen, you are required to file a police report and submit a copy of the police report when applying for a duplicate license. Your identity can then be protected by changing your license number.

Instructions for Georgia residents who are temporarily out of state:

Georgia residents who are temporarily out of state can apply for a duplicate online if their driver license number is known. But the duplicate license will only be mailed to the address on the license, and will take about 30 days. The only other option is to return to Georgia and apply in person at a DDS Customer Service Center.

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