Replace license or permit[1] 
You can replace your license or permit including commercial and enhanced if it was lost, stolen or destroyed, or after you update your address. You can't replace your document if it is expired. If you are turning 21 soon , order within 40 days of your birthday. 

If you plan on traveling 
We recommend you come to the DMV now to get an Enhanced or REAL ID, and avoid a second office visit later. 2 Learn about Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents [2]. 

Replace at an office and get an Enhanced or REAL ID 
You don't have to get an Enhanced or REAL ID. 3 However , if you have a Standard , you will not be allowed to board a domestic flight starting in October 2020 unless you have a Passport. Complete this guide to make sure you have the proofs of identification you need before you come to DMV. Find your proofs [3 ] 

Replace online 
WARNING: If you replace your Standard online , your new document will show :' NOT FOR FEDERAL PURPOSES'. Don't delay! Get your Enhanced or REAL ID today. If you already have an Enhanced or REAL ID, or you want to keep your Standard , you can replace online. Your document type will stay the same. Replace online [4 ] 

Replace by mail 
WARNING: If you replace your Standard by mail , your new document will show :' NOT FOR FEDERAL PURPOSES'. Don't delay! Get your Enhanced or REAL ID today. If you already have an Enhanced or REAL ID, or you want to keep your Standard , you can replace by mail. Your document type will stay the same. 

Send 
a completed Application for Permit , Driver License or Non - Driver ID Card PDF [5] MV-44 if you do not know your DMV ID number, enter your date of birth and name as it appeared on your old document photocopies of acceptable proof of identity [6 ] payment of $17.50 check or money order payable to " Commissioner of Motor Vehicles " 

To 
NYS Department of Motor Vehicles207 Genesee Street, Suite 6Utica, NY 13501 - 2874 

Fee 
The fee is $17.50. If you apply by mail or at a DMV of

user: I am looking for information regarding a replacement license

assistant: Your license or permit can be replaced if it is lost, stolen or destroyed. It cannot be replaced if it has expired

assistant: Are you turning 21 soon?

user: Yes I am

assistant: In this instance, if you are looking for a replacement of your license or permit, you should order the replacement within 40 days of your birthday

user: Is there a way that I can have my replacement license sent to an alternative address rather than the address on my file?

assistant: You can seek a replacement to an alternative address by including an additional note with your application and clearly stating the alternative address. Do not include this alternative address on the form MV-44. This form must show the address that is already listed for you

user: Can I get a replacement license at a DMV office and get an Enhanced or REAL ID?

assistant: You are not obliged to get an Enhanced or REAL ID but starting in October 2020, if you have a Standard license, you will not be allowed board a domestic flight unless you have your passport

assistant: Do you currently have a Standard license?

user: No I don't 

user: What happens if I get a replacement Standard license by way of mail?

assistant: In this case, your new license will show "NOT FOR FEDERAL PURPOSES"