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DMV Guide · Florida · Verified August 2026

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

Verified August 30, 2026: the current Florida replacement/duplicate driver-license fee is $25. Eligible customers can replace online; changes or verification issues may require an office. This guide links directly to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and avoids generic delivery or document claims that vary by state.

Replacement fee: $25Renewal fee: $48Last verified: August 30, 2026
RenewalREAL IDReplacement
Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

A Florida driver-license replacement (duplicate license) is used when a credential is lost, stolen or damaged. The current verified replacement fee/rule is $25. FLHSMV lists a replacement Class E driver license at $25. 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 Florida Driver's License: Step-by-Step

Eligible customers can replace online; changes or verification issues may require an office.

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 Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). 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 $25. FLHSMV lists a replacement Class E driver license at $25.

5. Keep the receipt/temporary credential

FLHSMV online credential delivery timing varies; use the official portal confirmation.

Florida Driver's License Replacement Fee 2026

Current verified replacement/duplicate fee: $25. FLHSMV lists a replacement Class E driver license at $25.

TransactionCurrent fee / rule
Replacement / duplicate$25
Regular renewal$48
REAL ID / compliant credentialNo separate REAL ID surcharge listed; normal Class E fee applies

Verified August 30, 2026 against Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Convenience, local, late or special-service fees can be additional where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions: Florida License Replacement

How much is a replacement Florida driver's license?
$25. FLHSMV lists a replacement Class E driver license at $25.
Can I replace my license online?
Eligible customers can replace online; changes or verification issues may require an office.
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 Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV)'s current replacement instructions.
How long will the new license take?
FLHSMV online credential delivery timing varies; use the official portal confirmation.
Can I get or upgrade to REAL ID during replacement?
Florida issues REAL ID-compliant credentials and does not list a separate REAL ID surcharge for the normal Class E 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.
Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

Also Helpful for Florida Drivers

Florida License Renewal$48 — verified renewal guide Florida REAL ID GuideNo separate REAL ID surcharge listed; normal Class E fee applies — REAL ID guide