If you are a Rhode Island resident and have changed addresses or plan to do so in the near future, you must have the address information updated on your license and vehicle registration.

REPORTING A CHANGE OF ADDRESS TO THE DRIVER LICENSE DIVISION

You must notify the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles of a change in address within 10 days of moving to a new residence. Reporting a change of address to your local DMV branch is simple, and can be done in person or via mail. The rules are the same for Commercial Driver's License holders too.

Reporting an address change in person:

In case you want a new photo license with your new address on it, then you must:

1. Locate the DMV office nearest you.
2. Carry your current RI driver's license and proof of residency personally to the DMV office
3. Pay the fee of $6.50, in cash.

Reporting an address change by mail:

Calling (401) 462-4DMV or (401) 462 4368 will help you reach the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV), to get information like branch locations and hours, licenses and registrations etc. You can talk to an operator available Monday through Friday, 8.30 am - 4 pm. Recorded information is available 7 days a week, 24 hrs a day. The change of Address card is available at any DMV branch or can be downloaded here. For a copy of the forms to be mailed to you, mail a request to:

Division of Motor Vehicles
100 Main Street
Pawtucket, RI    

02860

Tel.: (401) 462-4368    

On this form the plate number and the license number must be clearly written.

REPORTING A CHANGE OF ADDRESS FOR YOUR REGISTRATION

The DMV's change of address card can be used for getting the change of address registered on the DMV's computerized system.

Reporting an address change in person:

1. Locate the DMV office nearest you.
2. Bring your existing registration card, RI driver's license, proof of insurance (name of your insurance company, the policy number, and the effective dates of the policy) and documents indicating your new address.
3. Pay the fee of $6.50, in cash.

Reporting an address change by mail:

1. Complete and mail it to the address given on the form

   For more information call (401) 462-4368    

2. Include the fee of $6.50, which can be paid through a check.

Getting an updated registration document:

For receiving a copy of the registration document which reflects the change in address: 1. Download the Application for Registration and Title (TR-1) certificate form here. 2. Do make sure the correct transaction type is marked. 3. The form must be signed by the owner and the signature needs to be notarized. 4. A check or money order for $6.50 must be enclosed along with the form. 5. This can be mailed to:

Division of Motor Vehicles
100 Main Street
Pawtucket, RI    

02860

Tel.: (401) 462-4368    

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• For related information, see Replacing Your Driver License, Replacing Your Vehicle Title, and Vehicle Registration.
• Your may also wish to change your address on your Rhode Island voter registration. For more information go here.