I’m moving within Rhode Island: How to change my address with the Rhode Island DMV?
When you’re moving within your state, you are required to change your address with the department of motor vehicles (DMV) as soon as possible. Every state has their own rules and policies. If you’re moving within Rhode Island, you are required to update your address with the DMV within 10 days of your move.
Because updating your address is so crucial, many states have narrowed the process significantly. To update your address on your license and on other documents, you should be aware of the steps that are to be followed in your state.
So how can you apply for a Rhode Island DMV change of address?
1. Online
In Rhode Island, you can complete the driver’s license change of address request online, just with a few clicks. It is one of the most convenient options available, considering that you have your Rhode Island’s driver’s license, ID, date of birth and a social security number (SSN).
Step by step process
- Visit the State of Rhode Island website.
- You will be required to provide your date of birth, state ID/ Permit or License Number and your last name. Follow through the process.
- Complete the application and double-check for any errors.
- If any additional documents are needed, scan and upload them.
- After getting done with the request, decide if you want to request a replacement license.
- You will have to pay the fee online by credit card.
- Wait for your documents to come via mail.
2. In person
If you don’t want to apply for an address change online, you can do it the old-fashioned way. You can visit your local driver license office and submit the address change form. You can also apply for replacement documents when you’re at the office.
Following are some of the major DMV office and their address in Rhode Island:
Fall River
Department of Motor Vehicles
1794 N Main St, Fall River, MA
South Attleboro
Department of Motor Vehicles
405 Washington St, South Attleboro, MA
Wakefield
Department of Motor Vehicles
4808 Tower Hill Rd, Wakefield, RI
Find your local DMV field office
Step by step process
- Locate your nearest DMV office.
- Fill in the change of address form and provide the requested information.
- The fees for replacing your driver’s license in Rhode Island is $27.50.
- You will be needing your current license and a proof that your address has been changed.
- Same documents will be required for both, changing your address on your driver’s license and vehicle registration.
Documents required
- Proof of signature
- Rhode Island driver’s license, Rhode Island ID Card (any one document from the two)
- Proof of residency
- Deed/Title, Mortgage, Rental/Lease agreement
- Bank Statement
- Proof of social security number
- Date of birth
3. By mail
In Rhode Island, you can also change your address by mail. It’s quite an easy process and can be completed conveniently without any effort. The Rhode Island DMV only requests you to fill out the address change application and send it over to their mailing address.
Following are the steps required to update your address via mail in Rhode Island.
Step by step process
- Fill in the change of address form.
- Mail the form to
Division of Motor Vehicles, ATTN: Address Change,
600 New London Ave.,
Cranston, RI 02920-3024
I’m moving from another State to Rhode Island: How to change my address with the Rhode Island DMV?
If you are moving from another state to Rhode Island, you need to get a new driver’s license from the Rhode Island DMV. You have to apply for a new license within 30 days and also register your vehicle within 30 days of establishing residency, considering you have a valid, unexpired driver’s license from another U.S. state.
Sorry to break it to you but you will have to visit the Rhode Island DMV in person to apply for a new driver’s license. You can visit the office addresses mentioned in the moving within Rhode Island part.
Steps to get a new driver’s license from the Rhode Island DMV:
- Locate your nearest DMV office.
- Ask for the application for the driver’s license form.
- You’ll be required to surrender your current out-of-state license.
- You’ll need your ID number, date of birth, and SSN for it.
- Pass the vision exam.
- It will cost you $43.50 to get a Rhode Island license.
- If you have a valid driver’s license, your written and driving tests will be waived.
Documents/Information required
- Proof of signature
- Rhode Island driver’s license, Rhode Island ID Card (any one document from the two)
- Proof of residency
- Deed/Title, Mortgage, Rental/Lease agreement
- Bank Statement
- Proof of social security number
- Date of birth
Note: You cannot apply for a driver’s license or vehicle registration on phone, mail or online.
I’m moving from Rhode Island to another State: How to change my address with the Rhode Island DMV?
You don’t need to update the Rhode DMV if you are moving from Rhode to another state. Your Rhode Island driver’s license will be canceled as soon as you receive a new one from the state you’re moving to. The same goes for your vehicle registration as well. You will be required to surrender your plates to the Rhode Island DMV at the mailing address mentioned in the moving within Rhode Island part.
Things to do when moving out of Rhode Island:
- You will have to apply for the driver’s license and vehicle registration by visiting the DMV office of the state you have moved to. Note that the requirements will vary according to the state you’ve moved to.
- Apply for a new driver’s license, the time-limit for the process varies from state to state. However, most states require this to be completed within 30 to 60 days of establishing residency.
- Apply for a vehicle registration, the time-limit for this process also varies from state to state.
What are the documents required?
Here are the documents you need to update your address with the Rhode Island Department of Motor Vehicles:
- Change of address form
- Your new and old address
- License plate number
- Last four digits of your VIN and SSN
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or, if you are not a U.S. Citizen, evidence of lawful presence.
- SSN and I.D.
- Proof of Rhode Island residency
- Current vehicle registration
- Proof of liability insurance
- Proof of inspection
- Proof of ownership
Frequently asked questions about DMV change of address
When should I notify the Rhode Island DMV of my move?
You must notify the DMV within 10 days of establishing residency
Do I need to take a driving test?
No, you will not be required to take the driving test.
Will filling out an official U.S. postal service change of address form update my vehicle registration records?
No, filling out an official U.S. postal service change of address form will not update the information on your DMV records.
After moving to another state, do I need to return the license plates?
You are not required to surrender your license plates to the Rhode Island DMV.
Can I change my name and address on my driving licence at the same time?
You can only change your name and address simultaneously if you’re applying for a new license or ID. Otherwise, both the processes require separate procedures.
