Wisconsin DMV Address Change: The Ultimate Guide (Online, Mail & Phone)

Moving is stressful enough without worrying about the DMV. But in Wisconsin, keeping your address current isn’t just a suggestion—it’s the law.

The “10-Day Rule”: Wisconsin Statute 343.22 requires you to notify the DMV of your new address within 10 days of moving.

If you fail to do this, you risk missing license suspension notices (for unpaid tickets or points), which can lead to driving on a suspended license without even knowing it.

This guide covers the 3 official ways to update your record, the specific form you need (it’s not what you think), and how to handle your vehicle registration at the same time.

Method 1: How to Change Address Online (Free & Instant)

Best For: Most Wisconsin residents. Cost: Free (to update the record) or ~$14.00 (if you want a new card).

You do not need to go to the DMV to change your address. You can update your driver’s license and vehicle registration records instantly online.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to the official Wisconsin DMV Change of Address page.
2. Login: Enter your Driver License Number, Date of Birth, and the Last 4 Digits of your SSN.
   • Don’t have your DL number? You can use your full name and full SSN instead.
3. Update: Enter your new street address.
   • Crucial Step: The system will ask if you want to update your Vehicle Registration as well. Select YES.(Updating with the Post Office does not automatically update the DMV).
4. Confirmation: You will receive an email confirmation.

Do I get a new card?

• No. The online system updates your record for free, but it does not mail you a new plastic card.
• If you want a new card: You must process a “Duplicate License” request after updating your address and pay the $14.00 replacement fee.

Pro-Tip: If you are moving, now is the perfect time to sign up for eNotify. This ensures you get email alerts about plate renewals and potential suspensions, which helps you avoid the need to reinstate your license online in Wisconsin later due to missed mail.

Method 2: Address Change by Mail (Form MV3058)

Best For: People who prefer paper records or don’t have internet access.

Many guides tell you to use the wrong form.

• Form MV3001: This is for applying for a license (requires fees).
• Form MV3058: This is the specific Address Change Notice (Free).

How to do it:

1. Download and print Form MV3058.
2. Fill in your Driver License Number and your Vehicle License Plate Numbers (to ensure your cars are updated too).
3. Mail it to:Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor Vehicles P.O. Box 7983 Madison, WI 53707-7983

Note: Allow 7-10 business days for processing.

Method 3: Updating Address by Phone

Best For: Those who need to speak to a human.

While WisDOT encourages online self-service, you can still update your address by calling the Driver Record Support line.

• Phone Number: (608) 266-2353 (Driver Records) or (608) 264-7447 (General Service).
• Information Needed: Have your Driver License number handy.
• Warning: Hold times can be long (30+ minutes). We highly recommend the online method instead.

Moving from Out of State? (New Residents)

If you just moved to Wisconsin from Illinois, Florida, or any other state, you cannot use the “Address Change” tool. You must apply for a New Wisconsin License.

The 60-Day Deadline: New residents must transfer their license and registration within 60 days of establishing residency.

What to do:

1. Visit in Person: You must go to a DMV Customer Service Center. We recommend booking a Wisconsin DMV appointment to skip the line.
2. Bring Documents:
   • Proof of Identity (Passport/Birth Certificate).
   • Proof of Legal Presence.
   • Two Proofs of Wisconsin Residency (Lease, Utility Bill).
   • Your out-of-state license.
3. Vehicle Registration: You will also need to register your car. If you bought a car just before moving, you might need a Wisconsin temporary license plate while you wait for your metal plates.

Frequently Asked Questions