Driver's License / REAL ID — License Renewal
Renewing an existing California driver's license.
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How long does “Driver's License / REAL ID — License Renewal” take in United States?
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What are the steps for “Driver's License / REAL ID — License Renewal”?
The catalog lists the following steps in their configured order:
- Application Submitted Online
- Documents Verified at Field Office
- Written Test Passed
- License Outcome Received
- Permanent Card Mailed
A case may include only some of these steps or follow a different timeline. This list does not mean that every step is mandatory.