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Official guide
See Colorado driver license renewal fees for REAL ID and standard credentials, plus renewal timing and eligibility rules.
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Title: State DMV fees | Department of Revenue - Motor Vehicle
Section: The state fee schedule lists a REAL ID driver license renewal fee of $32.00, instruction permit fees of $19.00, and duplicate permit or license fees of $12.30 ($16.40 for subsequent duplicates). The schedule lists standard (RCSA) driver license fees at $34 and commercial driver license fees at $17.50. It also lists a $2.00 motorcycle endorsement fee in addition to the driver license fee.
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Verified on: 2026-01-16 by LocalFees Research
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Source URL: https://dmv.colorado.gov/state-dmv-fees
At a glance
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Fee
$32
Colorado DMV lists a $32.00 REAL ID driver license renewal fee. The state fee schedule lists a $34 standard (RCSA) driver license fee, a $2.00 motorcycle endorsement in addition to the license fee, and duplicate permit or license fees of $12.30 ($16.40 for subsequent duplicates). Commercial driver license fees are listed at $17.50, with commercial instruction permits at $19.00. Online renewals include a small convenience fee.
Deadline
Adult driver licenses can be renewed any time before expiration. A Colorado driver license is eligible for renewal if it has been expired for less than one year. Minor licenses must be renewed to an adult license on or after the 21st birthday; the minor license expires 20 days after the 21st birthday.
Waiting period
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Guide
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Summary
The renewal fee on this page reflects the amount listed for a REAL ID driver license renewal; other fees apply for standard credentials, duplicates, endorsements, and other transactions.
These are different from REAL ID credentials and follow a separate program.
It also lists a $17.50 fee for a commercial driver's license and $19.00 for a commercial instruction permit.
A Colorado driver license is eligible for renewal if it has been expired for less than one year.
Minor driver licenses must be renewed to an adult license on or after the 21st birthday, and the minor license expires 20 days after the 21st birthday.
The renewal page lists common requirements such as being 21 or older, having a photo on file less than 10 years old, having a license that has not expired for more than one year, and having no name or vision changes, no active suspensions, and no DUI in the last five years.
Online renewals include a small convenience fee.
The renewal page also notes that drivers under 21 and those with certain legal status or medical issues must renew in person.
State driver license offices require appointments.
If vision changes or the online renewal is rejected, DMV says to renew in person.
Use this checklist to align with Colorado renewal rules and fees:
Online renewals may also be rejected if the photo on file is 10 years old or older or if required eye exam documentation is missing for drivers age 80 and older.
Official sources for this page include Colorado DMV's state DMV fees and the renew your Colorado driver license, permit, or ID card guidance.
This page is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Always confirm details with the Colorado DMV.
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