How soon do I have to tell the California DMV about a new address?

California law requires you to notify the DMV within 10 days of changing your address, which you can do through your MyDMV account or a Change of Address (DMV 14) form.

FAQ answer · California · Driver licenses · ID cards · updated October 29, 2026

Within 10 days. The California DMV says state law gives you 10 days after you move to report your new address, and that the change is free.

You can make the change in your MyDMV account, or fill out a Change of Address (DMV 14) form and mail it or hand it in at any DMV office. Confirm the steps on the DMV's page before you file.

Sources · checked October 29, 2026

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