Application for Obtaining a Renewal or Duplicate New Jersey Driver License or Non-Driver ID While Out-of-State

Sep 20, 2026

Guidance for New Jersey licensees requesting a renewal or duplicate driver license or non-driver ID while living out of the tri-state area or abroad. Eligibility covers good standing, the status and age of the current NJ credential, restrictions on commercial classes, and citizenship/visa requirements. Required materials include a cover letter, completed GU-11 form, payment by check or money order, identification and proof of residential address, and an out-of-state mailing address for interim documents, plus clear submission instructions and fees by transaction type.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time5 min

AccessFree to download

Eligibility Requirements

Application Requirements

Fees

Identification and Address Proof

Applicant Information Form Fields

Transaction and Questions

Signature and Certification

MVC Use Only

Instructions for Obtaining a Renewal or Duplicate New Jersey Driver License or Non-Driver ID While Out-of-State Eligibility Requirements: 1. Applicant must be a New Jersey licensee with privileges in good standing. 2. Applicant must be out of the tri-state area, or country, for an extended period. 3. Applicant must have a New Jersey driver license. New Jersey driver license holders are eligible for a duplicate license or a 4-year license renewal. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 39:3-10f, a stored photograph may only be reused twice for a license renewal. If an applicant for license renewal has reused their photograph on the two preview renewals, then the applicant is required by law to visit a local Motor Vehicle Commission Licensing Center to renew their driver’s license. 4. Applicant’s current New Jersey Driver License or Non-Driver ID is either expired, will expire in the next 6 months, or lost for less than three years. 5. Applicant cannot have a Commercial Driver License class A, B, or C. 6. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen and not have temporary visa status. Application Requirements: 1. A letter explaining your inability to visit a New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Licensing Center and when you plan to return to New Jersey. 2. A completed GU-11 application (see page 2 for application) . 3. A check or money order for the application amount. Do not send cash. • Duplicate License- $11.00 • Renewal Real ID License- $35.00 • Renewal Auto (class D) Standard License- $24.00 • Renewal Auto (class D) Boat License- $42.00 • Renewal Auto (class D) Motorcycle License- $42.00 • Renewal Auto (class D) Boat, Motorcycle (endorsement M) License- $60.00 4. Six points of identification and proof of residential address (certified or photocopies are preferred; do not send originals) . For details on acceptable forms of ID, visit [www.njmvc.gov](www.njmvc.gov). 5. Applicant’s out-of-state/country address to mail the interim to. For details on acceptable forms of address, [visit](visit www.njmvc.gov)[ ](visit www.njmvc.gov)[www.njmvc.gov](visit www.njmvc.gov). 6. Mail application documentation to: NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Government Unit 225 East State Street P.O. Box 016 Trenton, NJ 08666-0016 Application for Obtaining a Renewal or Duplicate New Jersey Driver License or Non-Driver ID While Out-of-State Please write clearly or your application will be rejected. | APPLICANT INFORMATION | | --- | | NJ Driver License or Non-Driver ID Number:
** Social Security Number or ITIN: First Name: Middle Name: Last Name: Suffix: Mailing Address (Street, PO Box): Apt/Floor/Unit:
City: State: Zip: County: Residential Address (If Different from Mailing): Apt/Floor/Unit City: State: Zip: County:
Full Date of Birth: / / Gender: Eye Color: Weight: Height: ft in (MM/DD/YYYY)
**Submission of your social security number or individual taxpayer identification number is required by law. It will be used in the administration ofmotor vehicle, tax and child support laws, to
identify individuals affected by such laws. | | TRANSACTION INFORMATION | | Document Type (Select One): Permit Non-Driver ID Driver License
Select All That Apply: Standard License or Non-Driver ID Real ID License or Non-Driver ID
Motorcycle Boat Moped Agricultural | | QUESTIONS | | 1. Do you have a valid driver’s license or non-driver ID in any other state or country? Yes No
2. Is your driving privilege suspended in any other state or country? Yes No
3. Do you want the Organ Donor designation to appear on your driver license? (18 years or older only) Yes No
4. Under penalty of contempt of court, are you over six months behind in support and/or court-ordered health care payments, subject to a child support warrant, or in violation of a subpoena relating to a penalty or child support action? Yes No | | SIGNATURE | | Signature: Date: I certify

FAQs

Who is eligible to obtain a renewal or duplicate NJ driver license/non-driver ID while out of state?

Applicants must be New Jersey licensees in good standing and out of the tri-state area or country for an extended period, with an existing NJ driver license. They must also meet the listed credential status timing, citizenship, and commercial class restrictions.

What are the payment options and renewal/duplicate fees?

Payment must be made by check or money order, not cash. Fees vary by transaction type, including $11 for a duplicate license and different amounts for Real ID and standard/endorsement renewals.

What documents are required with the GU-11 application?

Submit a letter explaining why you cannot visit an MVC center and your return timeline, the completed GU-11 form, six points of identification with residential address proof, and your out-of-state/country address for mailing interim documents.

Sep 20, 2026

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