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DMV Guide · Montana · Verified August 2026

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

Verified August 30, 2026: the current Montana replacement/duplicate driver-license fee is $10.30. Replacement is available through MVD procedures; check online eligibility before visiting an office. This guide links directly to Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) and avoids generic delivery or document claims that vary by state.

Replacement fee: $10.30Renewal fee: $62.32 for a standard noncommercial license for ages 21–63 (12-year term); age-based terms/fees applyLast verified: August 30, 2026
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Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

A Montana driver-license replacement (duplicate license) is used when a credential is lost, stolen or damaged. The current verified replacement fee/rule is $10.30. Montana lists a replacement noncommercial license at $10.30. 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 Montana Driver's License: Step-by-Step

Replacement is available through MVD procedures; check online eligibility before visiting 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 Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). 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 $10.30. Montana lists a replacement noncommercial license at $10.30.

5. Keep the receipt/temporary credential

Credential delivery varies; follow Montana MVD’s transaction instructions.

Montana Driver's License Replacement Fee 2026

Current verified replacement/duplicate fee: $10.30. Montana lists a replacement noncommercial license at $10.30.

TransactionCurrent fee / rule
Replacement / duplicate$10.30
Regular renewal$62.32 for a standard noncommercial license for ages 21–63 (12-year term); age-based terms/fees apply
REAL ID / compliant credential$25 additional; official table shows $67.47 total for ages 21–63 with REAL ID

Verified August 30, 2026 against Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). Convenience, local, late or special-service fees can be additional where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions: Montana License Replacement

How much is a replacement Montana driver's license?
$10.30. Montana lists a replacement noncommercial license at $10.30.
Can I replace my license online?
Replacement is available through MVD procedures; check online eligibility before visiting 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 Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)'s current replacement instructions.
How long will the new license take?
Credential delivery varies; follow Montana MVD’s transaction instructions.
Can I get or upgrade to REAL ID during replacement?
Montana states REAL ID adds $25 to the license transaction. Because REAL ID credential terms can differ from a standard 12-year license, use MVD’s age-based total-fee table; for ages 21–63 it lists $67.47 total with REAL ID. 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: Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). 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 Montana Drivers

Montana License Renewal$62.32 for a standard noncommercial license for ages 21–63 (12-year term); age-based terms/fees apply — verified renewal guide Montana REAL ID Guide$25 additional; official table shows $67.47 total for ages 21–63 with REAL ID — REAL ID guide