Arizona Driver's License Name Change After Marriage
A Arizona DMV name change is simple once the timing is right. Here's what to bring, plus the 24–48 hour Social Security sync that's the #1 reason people get sent home.
The 24–48 hour rule (do this first)
Before you visit the Arizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD), you must update Social Security and then wait 24–48 hours for their systems to sync. Arizona verifies your new name against SSA data in real time, so if you go too soon you'll be rejected. Start with the free Arizona SS-5 step.
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What to bring to the Arizona DMV
Bring the following to the Arizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD):
- Certified Arizona marriage certificate/license (or other legal name-change document)
- Current Arizona driver license or ID card
- Proof name was already updated with the Social Security Administration
- Identity/proof-of-residency documents if replacing a REAL ID-compliant license
- Payment for the $12 replacement license/ID fee
REAL ID note: Update your name with the Social Security Administration first and wait at least 2 business days before visiting MVD; name change must be reported to MVD within 10 days of the legal change. Bring ID showing both old and new names.
Fees, timing & how to file
The Arizona fee to update your license is typically about $12 (confirm with the agency). This change generally must be done in person. You can confirm the current requirements on the official Arizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD) page.
Many Arizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division (ADOT MVD) locations let you skip the line by booking ahead: book a Arizona appointment.
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