south carolina drivers license name change - SC

Name Changes

South Carolina law requires you to change your name or address on department records within 10 days of your actual name or address change. When you change your name or address with the department, all of the vehicle and driver records that relate to you will be updated.

To change your address you may use our Public Services site, apply by mail or visit your local DMV office.  If you apply by mail you must completeForm 4057.

To change your name you must visit a DMV office, complete Form 4057, and present proper documentation such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree or court order.  You cannot change your name by mail or online.

When you submit a change of name or address, the following documents will be changed, but you will not receive a new credential that reflects your new name or address unless you pay the required fee and complete any other required forms.

• Driver's License - Complete Form 4057, Form 447 and pay the $10.00 fee.
• Beginner's Permit - Complete Form 4057, Form 447 and pay the $2.50 fee.
• Identification Card - Complete Form 4057, Form 447 and pay the $5.00 fee if you are between 5 and 16 years of age.
• Vehicle Registration - Complete Form 4057. There is no charge.
• Vehicle Title - Complete Form 4057, and Form 400, submit the title reflecting your old name or address, and pay the $15.00 fee.

You may obtain any of these new credentials by mail by completing the required forms and sending the appropriate fees to:

DMV Alternative Media Office
P.O. Box 1498
Blythewood, SC 29016-0035