How long do new Virginia residents have to get a Virginia driver's license?

Virginia DMV says new residents have 60 days to get a Virginia driver's license, or 30 days for a CDL.

FAQ answer · Virginia · Driver licenses · Vehicle registration · Moving to a new state · updated October 29, 2026

Within 60 days. Virginia DMV says new residents have 60 days after moving to get a Virginia driver's license in order to keep driving legally. Holders of a commercial driver's license have 30 days to get a Virginia CDL.

Vehicles have a shorter deadline: DMV says you must title your vehicle and register it at a DMV customer service center within 30 days of moving. Check Virginia DMV for documents and fees before you go.

Sources · checked October 29, 2026

New to Virginia | Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles

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How long do new Virginia residents have to get a Virginia driver's license?

Sources · checked October 29, 2026

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