Replacing a lost North Carolina driver license
The steps in plain English. Each one links to the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV), N.C. Department of Transportation page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
Order a replacement (duplicate) license or ID online through myNCDMV if yours is lost or damaged.
Source: nc.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026If you moved within North Carolina, update your address within 60 days and get a duplicate license.
Source: nc.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
- Replacing a lost or damaged license
- You can order a replacement (duplicate) license or ID online if you moved or your card was lost or damaged.Source: nc.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
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