How much is a replacement South Carolina driver's license?

Verified August 30, 2026: $10. SCDMV lists a duplicate/replacement driver license at $10.

Can I get REAL ID during a replacement in South Carolina?

SCDMV’s REAL ID FAQ makes clear that a first REAL ID driver license is a $25 license transaction and cannot be obtained through the $10 duplicate/replacement transaction.

DMV Guide · South Carolina · Verified August 2026

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

Verified August 30, 2026: the current South Carolina replacement/duplicate driver-license fee is $10. Eligible customers can replace online; changes or identity issues can require a branch visit. This guide links directly to South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) and avoids generic delivery or document claims that vary by state.

Replacement fee: $10Renewal fee: $25Last verified: August 30, 2026

Renewal REAL ID Replacement

Official source · verified August 30, 2026

Use the official replacement source: South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). Fees, eligibility and accepted documents can change; confirm the official page before paying or submitting documents. DMVVerify does not process DMV transactions.

A South Carolina driver-license replacement (duplicate license) is used when a credential is lost, stolen or damaged. The current verified replacement fee/rule is $10. SCDMV lists a duplicate/replacement driver license at $10. 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 South Carolina Driver's License: Step-by-Step

Eligible customers can replace online; changes or identity issues can require a branch visit.

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 South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). 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. SCDMV lists a duplicate/replacement driver license at $10.

5. Keep the receipt/temporary credential

SCDMV card delivery varies; use official confirmation for current timing.

South Carolina Driver's License Replacement Fee 2026

Current verified replacement/duplicate fee: $10. SCDMV lists a duplicate/replacement driver license at $10.

Transaction	Current fee / rule
Replacement / duplicate	$10
Regular renewal	$25
REAL ID / compliant credential	$25 for first REAL ID driver license; not the $10 duplicate transaction

Verified August 30, 2026 against South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV). Convenience, local, late or special-service fees can be additional where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions: South Carolina License Replacement

How much is a replacement South Carolina driver's license?: $10. SCDMV lists a duplicate/replacement driver license at $10.
Can I replace my license online?: Eligible customers can replace online; changes or identity issues can require a branch visit.
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 South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV)'s current replacement instructions.
How long will the new license take?: SCDMV card delivery varies; use official confirmation for current timing.
Can I get or upgrade to REAL ID during replacement?: SCDMV’s REAL ID FAQ makes clear that a first REAL ID driver license is a $25 license transaction and cannot be obtained through the $10 duplicate/replacement 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.