Renewing an Idaho driver license
The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), Division of Motor Vehicles; licenses are issued at county sheriff driver's license offices page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
Renew up to 25 months before your license expires.
Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Renew online if eligible to save $5, or visit your county sheriff's driver's license office.
Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026In person, bring your expiring license and pass the vision screening.
Source: canyoncounty.id.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Choose 4 years ($35) or, if you are 21-62, 8 years ($60).
Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Out of state when it expires? Apply for a 12-month extension for $10.
Source: bannockcounty.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
- License length
- 4 or 8 years. Drivers aged 21-62 may choose 8 years. Licenses issued under 21 run to just after the 18th or 21st birthday.Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- When you can renew
- In person, up to 25 months before expiration (age 21+).Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Renewal fee
- $35 for 4 years, $60 for 8 years (ages 21-62), $30 for the 3-year license (ages 18-21), $20 for 1 year (age 20).Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Online renewal
- Available to eligible drivers, with a $5 discount on the renewal fee.Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Out of state at renewal
- You can get an extension of up to 12 months for $10, and a second one if needed.Source: bannockcounty.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
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