How to Change Your Address at the DMV in Arizona

Moving within Arizona means you need to update your address with the state’s motor vehicle agency so your driver license, ID, and vehicle records stay accurate. This guide walks through how an Arizona DMV change of address typically works, what to expect, and how to avoid common mistakes.

State Verification: Who Handles Address Changes in Arizona?

In Arizona, DMV services are handled by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). When people say “Arizona DMV,” they’re almost always referring to the MVD.

In Arizona, this is typically handled by one main agency:

  • Driver licenses and IDs – handled by ADOT MVD
  • Vehicle registration and titles – also handled by ADOT MVD

That means:

  • You do not need to visit a separate office for registration vs. licensing; both are handled under the MVD system.
  • However, updating your address for your driver license/ID and vehicle registration can be separate steps in the system, especially if you own more than one vehicle.

Many drivers in Arizona find that the easiest way to start is by going to the official ADOT MVD website and looking for “Address/Email Changes” or “Online Services.” If you prefer in-person service, you can go to an MVD office or an authorized third‑party office listed on the official ADOT site.

Why Updating Your Address Matters in Arizona

Keeping your DMV records up to date is important everywhere, but it has a few specific impacts in Arizona.

Driver license or state ID

If you have an Arizona driver license or identification card, your address is used for:

  • Official mail from ADOT MVD, including certain notices
  • Law enforcement verification during traffic stops or accidents
  • Certain voter registration and jury duty records, when linked through state systems

Depending on your county in Arizona, local agencies may also rely on the address tied to your driver license or ID when sending court or citation notices, so having an outdated address could cause you to miss important mail.

Vehicle registration and title

Your vehicle registration and title records use your address for:

  • Registration renewal notices and reminders
  • Emission testing notices, where applicable (e.g., parts of Maricopa County and Pima County)
  • Vehicle tax or fee notifications and some local notices
  • Mailing of registration documents, plates, or stickers

In Arizona, this is typically handled by the MVD’s statewide database, but some county-level programs (like emissions testing in Phoenix and Tucson areas) may rely heavily on the address on file. If it’s wrong, you may not receive testing reminders or other important updates.

Official notices and potential issues

If your address is out of date, you might:

  • Miss suspension or compliance notices
  • Fail to receive fix-it ticket or court notices tied to a vehicle
  • Miss registration renewal reminders and risk driving with expired tags

None of this is unique to Arizona, but because ADOT MVD has moved many services to an online system, the address they have on file becomes the main point of contact. Keeping it current helps avoid confusion, fees, or enforcement actions tied to missed mail.

What You’ll Need to Change Your Address

Before you start your DMV change of address in Arizona, gather some basic information. Requirements can vary a bit depending on whether you are updating online, by mail, or in person, but these items are commonly needed.

Common information

You will usually need:

  • Full legal name
  • Date of birth
  • Arizona driver license or ID number, if you have one
  • Last four digits of your Social Security number (or similar identity confirmation)
  • Current (old) address on record
  • New residential address in Arizona
  • Mailing address, if different from your physical address

Depending on your county in Arizona, some mail may be routed differently (for example, rural routes or PO boxes), so it’s important to distinguish where you physically live from where you receive mail.

Address details

Have these details ready:

  • Street number and name
  • Apartment or unit number (if applicable)
  • City
  • State (AZ)
  • ZIP code

Some forms or online portals will ask whether the address is:

  • Residential (where you live)
  • Mailing (where you get mail)
  • Both

In Arizona, this is typically handled by allowing you to list a separate mailing address (such as a PO box) in addition to your physical residence, which can matter in rural areas.

Possible documents

If you go in person, be prepared to bring:

  • Your current Arizona driver license or ID card
  • Your current vehicle registration (if you want to update that at the same time)
  • Proof of your new address, if requested (for example, a lease, utility bill, bank statement, or other official mail showing your name and new address)

Requirements can vary, so it’s best to verify on the official ADOT MVD site what’s currently accepted as address proof.

Why address-change requests get rejected

Address change requests in Arizona can be rejected or delayed for several common reasons:

  • Name or ID number doesn’t match MVD records
  • New address is incomplete or invalid (missing apartment number, wrong ZIP code, etc.)
  • Using a PO box where a physical address is required
  • Requesting a change for a license or registration that is suspended, canceled, or flagged
  • Trying to change another person’s record without proper authority

To reduce problems, make sure the information you enter exactly matches your current MVD record, especially your name and date of birth, and double-check spelling and numbers on your new address.

Step-by-Step Options: How to Change Your Address in Arizona

In Arizona, you can typically request an address change with the MVD in three main ways:

  • Online (if eligible)
  • In person at an MVD or third‑party office
  • By mail (in limited situations, or using forms when allowed)

In Arizona, this is typically handled through an online services portal where your driver license, ID, and vehicle registration records are linked, but you may still need to confirm which records you want updated.

1. Online Arizona DMV change of address (if eligible)

For many people, an online Arizona DMV change of address is the quickest option.

In Arizona, this is typically handled by ADOT MVD’s official online services system, which lets you log in, verify your identity, and update your contact information.

General steps:

  1. Go to the official ADOT MVD website.

    • Look for a section labeled something like “Address/Email Changes” or “MVD Online Services.”
    • To safely find the correct page, search online for “ADOT MVD address change” or “Arizona change of address MVD” and confirm you are on an azdot.gov site.

  2. Log in or create an account.

    • You may need to provide your driver license or ID number, date of birth, and other personal details.
    • Some users access services through a statewide login system; follow the prompts on the MVD site.

  3. Locate the address change section.

    • Choose the option to update your address.
    • Confirm whether you are updating:
      • Driver license/ID
      • Vehicle registration(s)
      • Or both

  4. Enter your new address.

    • Provide your physical residence address.
    • Enter a separate mailing address if your mailing address is different (for example, a PO box or rural route).

  5. Review and submit.

    • Double-check spelling, apartment numbers, and ZIP code.
    • Confirm that you want the change applied to your license/ID only, vehicle records only, or all available records.

  6. Save or print confirmation.

    • Many drivers in Arizona find that printing or saving a screenshot of the confirmation page helps if any questions come up about whether the change went through.

In Arizona, licensing and registration records are generally linked under your customer account, but they are not always updated automatically in both places. When using the online system, read the prompts carefully to ensure the change applies to all records you want updated.

(If this link does not work, go to the main ADOT site and navigate to “Online Services.”)

2. In-person address change at an MVD or third‑party office

If you are not eligible online, prefer face‑to‑face service, or your record has complications (such as a name change at the same time), you may need to visit an MVD or authorized third‑party office.

In Arizona, this is typically handled by:

  • ADOT MVD field offices, and
  • Authorized third‑party providers that can process many MVD services

General steps:

  1. Find a nearby office.

    • Use the office locator on the official ADOT site to find:
      • An MVD office, or
      • An authorized third‑party provider offering address changes
    • Depending on your county in Arizona, the closest office may be a private third‑party that contracts with the state.

  2. Check whether you need an appointment.

    • Some offices allow or require appointments, especially in larger metro areas like Phoenix or Tucson.
    • Others offer walk‑in service.

  3. Bring the right documents.

    • Your current Arizona driver license or ID
    • Your current registration card(s) if you want to update vehicle records
    • Proof of your new address, if required (check ADOT’s latest list of acceptable documents)

  4. Request an address change for all needed records.

    • Tell the clerk you want to change your address and specify whether:
      • It’s for your driver license/ID,
      • Your vehicle registration(s), or
      • Both
    • If you have more than one vehicle titled/registered in your name, confirm which ones you want updated.

  5. Review any paperwork or confirmation.

    • You may be asked to sign a form or verify a printed address.
    • Keep any receipt or temporary document provided.

In Arizona, some in-person offices may also help you order a replacement driver license or ID card with the new address (if you want a card reflecting your new address), though simply changing your address in the system may not always require getting a new card right away.

3. Mail-in Arizona DMV change of address (if available)

Arizona increasingly steers customers toward online or in‑person updates, but some situations may allow or require a mail‑in change—for example, if you are temporarily out of state or unable to visit an office.

Because requirements and mailing addresses can change, do not guess at:

  • The current mailing address for forms
  • The exact name or number of a specific Arizona DMV change of address form

Instead:

  1. Go to the official ADOT MVD website.
  2. Search for “address change” or “change of address form.”
  3. Download any official form if one is listed, and carefully follow the attached mailing instructions.

If you see references online to an “Arizona DMV change of address form,” make sure it is:

  • Clearly labeled as an ADOT MVD form
  • Hosted on an official azdot.gov web page

If your situation is unusual (for example, you are an Arizona resident temporarily living in another state), you may want to contact ADOT MVD through the official phone or online contact options listed on their site and ask how they prefer you submit your address update.

Do License and Registration Update Together in Arizona?

In Arizona, driver license/ID and vehicle records are stored in the same broader MVD system, but they do not always update automatically in both places with a single action.

Many drivers in Arizona find that when they use the online portal, there is a specific question asking whether they want the new address applied to all vehicles on their record or just selected vehicles. Similarly, some processes may ask specifically if the change applies to your driver license/ID record.

When changing your address, always:

  • Read each screen or form carefully, and
  • Confirm that both your driver license/ID and each vehicle’s registration are being updated, if that’s what you want.

If you’re not sure after submitting, you can log back into the online portal or check your next registration notice to verify that the new address is showing for each record.

After You Submit Your Address Change

Once you complete your Arizona DMV change of address through ADOT MVD, a few things typically happen behind the scenes.

Confirmation of the update

  • Online: You’ll usually see an on‑screen confirmation. Some systems may also send an email confirmation if you have an email on file.
  • In person: You may receive a printed receipt or summary of changes.
  • By mail: If you mailed a form, you may not receive explicit confirmation unless you check your record later or receive future mail at the new address.

In Arizona, this is typically handled by updating your record in the statewide MVD database immediately or shortly after your request is processed, even if your physical documents remain unchanged for a while.

New driver license or ID card

Updating your address in the database does not always mean you automatically get a new driver license or state ID card with the updated address.

  • Some people choose to keep their existing card and rely on the updated record in the system.
  • Others may choose or be required to order a replacement license or ID reflecting the new address (which may involve a separate fee and process).

To see current options, search the ADOT MVD site for replacement or duplicate license services.

Vehicle registration and stickers

When your vehicle registration address is updated:

  • Future renewal notices and registration stickers should go to your new mailing address.
  • The registration card itself may reflect the new address at the next renewal, or sooner if you order a replacement.

Avoid assuming the update is complete until you see the new address on your online account, a recent registration card, or a future notice mailed to the new address.

Timing

Processing time can vary based on:

  • How you submitted the change (online vs. in person vs. mail)
  • Whether your record has any holds, mismatches, or special flags

Because timing can change, check the ADOT MVD site or your online account for any posted estimates and allow extra time before expecting new documents or notices.

Special Situations for Arizona Drivers

Certain groups in Arizona have additional considerations when changing their address with the MVD.

Commercial driver licenses (CDL)

If you hold an Arizona CDL:

  • Your address change may require in-person verification or additional proof, depending on federal and state rules at the time.
  • If your CDL is tied to certain endorsements (hazmat, passenger, school bus, etc.), you may need to be extra careful to keep your MVD and employer records aligned.

Many CDL holders in Arizona find it safest to contact MVD directly or visit an office so they can confirm that their commercial record and any endorsements are updated correctly.

Active-duty military

If you are active-duty military stationed in or out of Arizona but maintaining Arizona residency:

  • You may be eligible for some flexibility on license renewal and residency issues, but your address on file should still be updated so that official mail from MVD reaches you or your designated mailing address.
  • In some cases, a mailing address (such as a stateside family address or a permanent home in Arizona) is more practical than a temporary base address for MVD records.

Check the ADOT MVD site for military-specific guidance, and consider calling or using the official contact form if your situation is complex (for example, overseas deployment).

College students

If you are an Arizona college student who has moved:

  • If you keep Arizona as your legal residence, you should update your MVD address to reflect your current Arizona address or a permanent mailing address that reliably reaches you.
  • Whether you use your campus address or a family home address depends on where you actually live and receive mail; just be consistent and make sure you will get any MVD notices sent there.

Many students in Arizona find it easiest to use the online address change through the ADOT MVD portal whenever they move apartments or dorms.

New Arizona residents

If you recently moved into Arizona from another state, you generally cannot simply submit a DMV change of address Arizona‑style for your out‑of‑state license or registration.

You will usually need to:

  • Apply for an Arizona driver license or ID, and
  • Title and register your vehicle in Arizona within the timeframes established by state law

Once you have Arizona-issued documents, you can use the regular address change process for future moves within the state.

PO boxes and rural routes

In many rural parts of Arizona, home mail delivery is limited, and residents rely on:

  • PO boxes
  • Rural route addresses
  • Community mailbox locations

In Arizona, this is typically handled by allowing you to list:

  • Your physical residence address (even if you don’t receive mail there), and
  • Your mailing address (e.g., your PO box), which is where MVD will send notices and documents.

If you live in a rural area, make sure your physical address and mailing address are both clearly and correctly listed so that:

  • Your driver license and registration meet physical address requirements, and
  • You still get mail at your functional mailing address.

Changing name and address at the same time

If you’ve had a name change (for example, marriage or court order) and a new address:

  • In Arizona, a name change generally requires in-person documentation and legal proof.
  • It is usually more efficient to handle name and address changes during the same MVD visit, bringing:
    • Legal proof of name change (as required by MVD), and
    • Proof of your new address (if required)

Because combining these changes can be more complex, checking the latest documentation list on the ADOT MVD site before you go can help avoid multiple trips.

Troubleshooting: If Your Arizona Address Change Doesn’t Go Through

Sometimes an Arizona DMV change of address doesn’t work as expected. Here are common issues and practical steps to resolve them.

Online address change rejected

If the online system rejects your address change, possible causes include:

  • Identity information doesn’t match MVD records
  • Your license or registration is in a status that blocks changes
  • The new address doesn’t pass validation

What to do:

  • Carefully re-enter your information, watching for typos in your name, date of birth, and license number.
  • Make sure you are using the same full legal name that appears on your license or ID.
  • Try slightly adjusting the address format (for example, “Street” vs. “St,” including or excluding apartment number).
  • If it still fails, consider:
    • Calling MVD using the contact number listed on the official ADOT site, or
    • Visiting an MVD or third‑party office with your ID and address documents.

Submitted, but not updated in the system

If you believed you completed the change but your old address still shows when you check:

  • Log back into your online MVD account (if you have one) and check your profile and vehicle details.
  • Confirm whether the address changed for some records but not others.

If you see discrepancies:

  • Use the online tools, if available, to submit a new address change request.
  • If you cannot fix it online, bring your confirmation and ID to an MVD or third‑party office and ask them to check your record.

Rejected by mail or unclear response

If you mailed in a form and later discover the change wasn’t processed:

  • Review any letter or notice you received from MVD explaining the issue, if one was sent.
  • Common problems:
    • Missing signature
    • Illegible writing
    • Incomplete address information
    • Wrong or outdated form

If you no longer have the letter, go to the ADOT MVD site, confirm the current process and mailing address, and consider:

  • Resubmitting the request, or
  • Switching to online or in-person if possible, which usually provides faster clarity.

Driver license updated, but registration didn’t (or vice versa)

In Arizona, it is possible for:

  • Your driver license/ID address to be updated, but
  • One or more vehicle registrations to still show the old address.

If this happens:

  • Log in to your MVD online account and check each vehicle record.
  • If any vehicle still has the old address, look for an option to update address for that vehicle specifically.
  • If you can’t correct it online, bring your current registration card and ID to an MVD or third‑party office and request an update for each vehicle.

Many drivers in Arizona find that they must explicitly select each vehicle they want updated, especially when they own multiple vehicles or recreational vehicles.

You moved out of Arizona

If you have moved out of state:

  • Your Arizona driver license and registration are generally expected to be replaced by those of your new state once you establish residency there.
  • You typically do not file an Arizona DMV change of address for an out‑of‑state move in the same way you would for an in‑state move.

However, to prevent confusion:

  • Check your new state’s rules on transferring your out‑of‑state license and registration.
  • Once you have fully switched to the new state’s documents, you can contact ADOT MVD using the official contact options on their website if you have concerns about any remaining Arizona records.

How to Safely Find Official Arizona MVD Information

Because processes and forms can change, it’s wise to confirm details using official sources.

To find the most current Arizona DMV change of address instructions:

  1. Go to a search engine and type:
    • “Arizona MVD change of address”, or
    • “ADOT address email change”
  2. Look for results from azdot.gov or azmvdnow.gov.
  3. Avoid third‑party sites that request personal information unrelated to MVD services.

Another helpful official page:

  • ADOT main site: https://azdot.gov
    • From there, navigate to Motor Vehicle and then to “Address/Email Changes” or “Online Services.”

Keeping your address current with ADOT MVD helps ensure your Arizona driver license, ID, and vehicle records are accurate and that important notices reach you. Whether you use the online portal, visit an MVD or third‑party office, or in limited cases mail in a form, taking a few minutes to update your information can prevent headaches later—especially when renewing your registration, dealing with emissions requirements, or responding to official notices.

Your next step is to decide how you prefer to update—online if eligible, in person if you need extra help or have special circumstances—and then confirm that both your license/ID and each vehicle registration show your new Arizona address.