Georgia Driver Services Extends License Renewal Time

Georgia drivers will now only have to get their licenses renewed every eight years.

Last week, the Georgia Department of Driver Services announced the change from a five-year to an eight-year renewal as a way to improve customer service and manage wait times at driver services offices.

The cost of an 8-year license or ID card is $32.00.
Additionally, customers who have presented the required Real ID documentation at a DDS center since July 2012 and have a small gold star on their license/ID can renew online for 8 years and receive a $5.00 discount.

However, there will continue to be term limit exceptions for teen drivers; hazmat commercial drivers, limited permits and non-citizen issuances.

And eligible veterans will continue to receive a free license/ID valid for 8 years with the appropriate paperwork on file.

Real ID/Secure identity, residency and citizenship documentation continue to be required for customers who have not renewed since July 2012.