Replacing a lost Colorado driver license
The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
Book an office appointment under "Renew Colorado License/ID/Permit".
Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Confirm at the visit that your credential was lost, stolen or destroyed.
Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Bring an identity document, or give the last 4 SSN digits for a fingerprint match.
Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Pay $12.30 for the duplicate ($16.40 for later duplicates).
Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026If temporarily out of state with a REAL ID, mail form DR 2989 with the fee.
Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Or check whether you can simply renew early online.
Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Check before you go: requirements and fees change, and some depend on your age or situation. The official page is the final word.
Related facts
- Duplicate fee
- $12.30 for a duplicate; $16.40 for each later duplicate.Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Ordering a duplicate
- Duplicates are issued at an office appointment or by mail (eligible out-of-state REAL ID holders), not online.Source: dmv.colorado.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
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