Driver License and ID Card Services

Driver license and identification card services transition

As a result of a recent constitutional amendment, the Miami-Dade County Office of the Tax Collector is now mandated to assume responsibility for the administration and issuance of Driver Licenses and Identification Cards for county residents.

Accordingly, the County’s Driver License Offices will transition from the management of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) to the Office of the Tax Collector.

Purpose of the transition

This transition, expected to take several months, is intended to improve appointment accessibility and enhance service delivery for Miami-Dade residents.

Current transition progress

Under the leadership of the Honorable Dariel Fernandez, the Office of the Tax Collector has already assumed control of eight offices in a short period of time.

These locally managed offices provide residents with the opportunity to access services either by scheduling an appointment or by visiting any branch during operating hours for walk-in service.

Remaining offices and appointment scheduling

The Office of the Tax Collector continues to work expeditiously to complete the transition of the remaining offices, while coordinating with local municipalities to open new branches closer to residents’ homes.

In the meantime, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) will continue to manage appointments at locations not yet administered by the Tax Collector.

To request an appointment for Driver License or Identification Card services at offices managed by the State of Florida, please visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles .

Offices that have transitioned to Tax Collector administration

The following offices have transitioned to the Tax Collector’s administration and can process Driver License and Identification Card services:

What’s New?

The Driver License offices (formerly operated by FLHSMV) are no longer just traditional DMV locations—they are now Tax Collector branches where residents can access a wide range of services, including property and business tax payments, vehicle registrations, title transfers, license plates, specialty parking permits, and more all under the same roof.
We’re now open on Saturdays! In a continued effort to improve access to essential government services, the Miami-Dade County Office of the Tax Collector—under the leadership of Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez—is proud to announce extended hours of operation across its branch offices. Effective immediately, most Tax Collector offices will operate under the following expanded schedule, with the exception of the North Dade Justice Office located inside a courthouse:
New hours of operation
- Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Saturday (Select Locations): 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

For more information on location addresses and hours of operations, visit: mdctaxcollector.gov/locations

Please note: Residents can now complete most Driver License transactions at the Tax Collector’s Office, with the exception of driving tests and Commercial Driver Licenses (CDL), which are provided at selected offices.

Book an appointment at your Tax Collector’s Office

Before you book an appointment for Driver License Services at the Tax Collector’s Office, please review the list of required documents to make sure you have the necessary paperwork to complete your request.

Eligibility options by immigration status

Renew or Replace Your License

Customers must renew their Florida driver license or ID card every eight years. The expiration date is listed on the credential. Florida driver license and ID card holders may renew their credential up to 18 months in advance of the expiration date. Most renewals can be conducted online without the need to visit the Tax Collector's Office. If for any reason your driver license is not eligible for online renewal, the system will notify you to visit your nearest Tax Collector's Office.

Start your renewal process online (FLHSMV) . You will be redirected to the FLHSMV website and prompted to create an account.

Suspensions & Revocations

There are several reasons why a driver license might be suspended or revoked and, depending on the circumstances, varying requirements for reinstatement. The Suspension and Revocations webpage offers detailed information about reinstating a driver license after being suspended or revoked due to unpaid traffic tickets, failure to comply or appear at a traffic summons, failure to complete a court-ordered driver improvement course, inadequate vision, being a habitual traffic offender, being delinquent in child support, and more.

Update your Name/Address

Name and address changes must be updated on both your driver license/ID Card and title/registration within 30 days after changing your name or address. Please read the following to find out how to complete name/address changes as easily and quickly as possible:

First, update your Florida Driver’s License/ID Card (Please note: Name changes must first be made with the Federal Social Security Administration in order to have your name changed on a driver’s license or ID card.) Please allow 24 to 48 hours after completing the name change with the Social Security Administration.
Second, update your Florida title(s) and registration(s).

For more information, visit: https://www.flhsmv.gov/name-and-address-changes/

Name changes must first be made with the Federal Social Security Administration in order to have your name updated on a Florida driver’s license or ID card. All name changes must be completed in person at a local office; however, address changes can be completed online via MyDMV Portal or in person at your nearest Tax Collector's Office.

Certification of Address form

Under the new rules from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, residents unable to provide two documents proving their residential address may use a Certification of Address form. However, the form now requires additional steps.

Access the Certification of Address form (HSMV 71120)

Parents or guardians of a minor need to provide two proofs of address in their name, along with documents that show the family or guardian relationship. There’s no need to complete the Certification of Address form.

The certifier (the person providing proof of address) must either:

Accompany the customer to an office to sign the form in the presence of an examiner; or
Sign the form in front of a notary.

The certifier must also provide two documents proving their own residential address, one of which must be a deed, mortgage agreement, lease agreement, or a similar document.

Federal REAL ID Act

The Federal REAL ID Act became effective nationwide on May 11, 2008. Florida began issuing REAL ID compliant credentials after January 1, 2010. Because Florida is a REAL ID compliant state, Florida driver licenses and ID cards are accepted nationwide as official identification for domestic air travel and access to military bases and most Federal facilities.

Learn more about REAL ID requirements (FLHSMV).

Teen Drivers

Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) laws allow young drivers to safely gain driving experience under lower-risk conditions before obtaining full driving privileges. These laws outline limits and restrictions for new drivers, ages 15, 16 and 17. Florida’s GDL laws are designed to help teens gradually and safely build their skills and experience behind the wheel. It is important for teens and their parents to understand these laws and obey them.

Learn more about Teen Driver requirements (FLHSMV).

Mature Driver

Mature Driver is an education and awareness campaign designed to educate the public about the effects of age on driving ability and to encourage drivers to make appropriate choices to maximize personal safety and the safety of Florida’s communities. Learn more about the Mature Driver program (FLHSMV).

Required documentation for name and address changes

To obtain a list of the required documentation, you must complete a name or address change. The requirements for this procedure will depend on your immigration status.

Review the name and address change requirements (FLHSMV) to determine your category.

Proof of residence

According to the new regulations of the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, residents who cannot provide two documents proving their residence may use a Certification of Address form. However, the form now requires additional steps.

Access the Certification of Address form (HSMV 71120 PDF)

Parents or guardians of a minor must present two proofs of residence in their name, along with documents that establish the family or guardianship relationship. Completing the Certification of Address form is not required in this case.

The individual certifying (the person providing proof of residence) must:

Accompany the applicant to an office to sign the form in the presence of an examiner; or
Sign the form before a notary public.

The certifying individual must also present two documents that prove their own residence, one of which must be a deed, mortgage agreement, lease contract, or other similar document.

Handbooks & Manuals

Florida Driver’s Handbook

Florida CDL Handbook

What to take with you to the Driver License Office

Proof of Identification— bring your birth certificate or United States Passport. If you do not have your original birth certificate (a copy is not acceptable), you may bring a certified copy issued by the state you were born in.
Proof of Social Security Number— bring your original Social Security card or your W-2 showing your Social Security number.
Two proofs of Residential Address— such as your home utility bill, cable bill, home telephone bill, etc.
Proof of Name Change— if you have ever changed your name through marriage, divorce, or court order.
Parent/Guardian Online Test Proctoring Form (PDF)— must be signed in the presence of a driver license examiner or notarized if parent or guardian will not be present.
Parental Consent Form – Minor Driver Applicant Form (PDF)— if you are under 18 and are not married, one parent or legal guardian must sign your license application. Step-parents may not sign unless they have legally adopted you.
No additional certificates needed! Once you complete a Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education course through a registered provider, your completion information is automatically submitted to our department and is available at all Driver License Offices. Paper certificates are no longer required at the driver license office.