To renew by mail, send in the following:

• Application for Nevada Driver License By Mail―you’ll need to have completed the eye exam.

• LES or federal employment document verifying Nevada as your legal residence.

• Check or money order for applicable fees, which are $22, or $17 if you’re 65 or older. Use the Credit Card Authorization form if paying by major credit card.

• Change of Address Notification, if applicable.

Whichever renewal method you choose, once your application is received and approved you will be mailed a new license that is marked "Valid Without Photo." Upon your return to Nevada, you’ll have 24 days to surrender this special license and obtain one with a photo.

If you renew an expired license or have had more than three moving violations in the past four years, your new license may have an "S" restriction. This restriction means that you’ll be required to take a written and/or driving test before your next renewal when you arrive back in the state.

NOTE: As of October 10, 2008, Nevada has instituted a Central Issuance policy for driver licenses. While the Central Issuance policy is currently only effective in Carson City and Reno areas, the policy will take effect in all remaining Nevada DMV offices in the coming weeks.

Fees in this article reflect the new Central Issuance fees. If you live in an area where Central Issuance is not yet in effect, subtract 75 cents from any listed fees.

Top Original Driver License

If you haven’t obtained your regular driver license for the first time before leaving the state, you’ll find yourself out of luck. There is no way to apply for an original license unless you’re in Nevada.

Top Duplicate Driver License

If your driver license is lost, stolen, or mutilated while you’re stationed outside of the state, you can apply for a duplicate by mail. Simply fill out the same forms that are required for driver license renewal (above), and mail them to the address on the application form. The fee is $17. You’ll receive a driver license that is marked "Valid Without Photo." This license must be surrendered within 24 days of your return to the state.

Your application will be denied if your driving privilege is suspended, revoked, or cancelled in any state.

Top Motor Vehicle Registration

As an active-duty military member stationed outside of Nevada, you may keep the Nevada registration on your vehicle. Renewals are required yearly.

Renew Online

As long as no smog check is required for your vehicle, you can renew your registration online. Certificates are sent to the address on record, so if you’ve moved, renew by mail instead.

Renew by Mail

Follow the instructions on your renewal notice to renew by mail. If you didn’t receive a notice, you can e-mail a request for information to info@dmv.state.nv.us. Include your name, current address, and license plate number. You’ll receive specific instructions on which forms to send in.

Emissions Requirements

If your vehicle would normally require an emissions test, you’ll need to have it tested if you’re in a state that also requires testing. As long as you comply with that state’s requirements, you’ll be allowed to renew in Nevada. Send in the smog certification from that state, along with the Emission Control Residency Affidavit. If you’re in a location that does not require emissions testing, simply fill out the Emission Control Residency Affidavit and send it in.

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