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Replacing a lost Pennsylvania driver license

The steps in plain English. Each one links to the PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services page it came from. Last checked Nov 14, 2026.

  1. Apply online if PennDOT has your photo and signature on file.

    Source: pa.gov · checked Nov 14, 2026

  2. Or complete form DL-80 and mail it with a check or money order payable to PennDOT.

    Source: pa.gov · checked Nov 14, 2026

  3. Or submit DL-80 in person at a Driver License Center or online messenger service and get a 15-day interim license.

    Source: pa.gov · checked Nov 14, 2026

  4. Pay the duplicate license fee ($42.50).

    Source: pa.gov · checked Nov 14, 2026

  5. If no photo is on file, take the mailed camera card to a photo center.

    Source: pa.gov · checked Nov 14, 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 license fee
$42.50.Source: pa.gov · checked Nov 14, 2026

More in the Pennsylvania guide

Learner’s permitSteps and official links →First licenseSteps and official links →RenewalSteps and official links →REAL IDSteps and official links →Moving to PennsylvaniaSteps and official links →

Official Pennsylvania links

Agency home pagepa.gov ↗Appointmentsdmv.penndot.gov ↗Driver handbookpa.gov ↗Driver handbook (Spanish)pa.gov ↗Online renewalpa.gov ↗REAL IDpa.gov ↗Permit and first licensepa.gov ↗New residentspa.gov ↗Replace a licensepa.gov ↗Feespa.gov ↗

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