How much is a replacement Connecticut driver's license?

Verified August 30, 2026: $30. Connecticut DMV lists a duplicate license at $30.

Can I get REAL ID during a replacement in Connecticut?

There is no additional REAL ID verification fee when done with renewal. Upgrading outside renewal generally requires the $30 duplicate transaction.

DMV Guide · Connecticut · Verified August 2026

How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Connecticut Driver's License in 2026

Q: What is the Connecticut renewal fee?

$72 for 6 years or $96 for 8 years.

Verified August 30, 2026: the current Connecticut replacement/duplicate driver-license fee is $30. Replacement options depend on eligibility and record status; use the official DMV duplicate process. This guide links directly to Connecticut DMV and avoids generic delivery or document claims that vary by state.

Replacement fee: $30Renewal fee: $72 for 6 years or $96 for 8 yearsLast verified: August 30, 2026

Renewal REAL ID Replacement

Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Connecticut DMV. Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

A Connecticut driver-license replacement (duplicate license) is used when a credential is lost, stolen or damaged. The current verified replacement fee/rule is $30. Connecticut DMV lists a duplicate license at $30. If your license is near expiration or you need a credential-type/name change, confirm whether renewal, correction or REAL ID is the correct transaction before paying.

How to Replace Your Connecticut Driver's License: Step-by-Step

Replacement options depend on eligibility and record status; use the official DMV duplicate process.

1. Confirm you need a replacement

Use the duplicate/replacement process for a lost, stolen, damaged or otherwise unusable credential. A legal-name, address, class or REAL ID change can require a different transaction.

2. Use the official eligibility check

Go to Connecticut DMV. Online replacement is not universal; the state system determines whether your record qualifies.

3. Provide the state-required identity/account information

Follow the official prompts or office instructions. Do not assume the same identity documents are required for every replacement.

4. Pay the current replacement fee

The verified replacement/duplicate fee is $30. Connecticut DMV lists a duplicate license at $30.

5. Keep the receipt/temporary credential

Connecticut DMV says REAL ID/license cards may take up to about 20 business days to arrive.

Connecticut Driver's License Replacement Fee 2026

Current verified replacement/duplicate fee: $30. Connecticut DMV lists a duplicate license at $30.

Transaction	Current fee / rule
Replacement / duplicate	$30
Regular renewal	$72 for 6 years or $96 for 8 years
REAL ID / compliant credential	No extra REAL ID fee at renewal; $30 duplicate transaction outside renewal

Verified August 30, 2026 against Connecticut DMV. Convenience, local, late or special-service fees can be additional where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions: Connecticut License Replacement

How much is a replacement Connecticut driver's license?: $30. Connecticut DMV lists a duplicate license at $30.
Can I replace my license online?: Replacement options depend on eligibility and record status; use the official DMV duplicate process.
What documents do I need?: The answer depends on your record and whether you are also changing name, address, lawful status or credential type. Follow Connecticut DMV's current replacement instructions.
How long will the new license take?: Connecticut DMV says REAL ID/license cards may take up to about 20 business days to arrive.
Can I get or upgrade to REAL ID during replacement?: There is no additional REAL ID verification fee when done with renewal. Upgrading outside renewal generally requires the $30 duplicate transaction. If you are changing credential type, follow the official REAL ID page because the fee and document requirements can differ from a simple duplicate.