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​​​​NEW DRIVER LICENSING LAW FOR 15-YEAR-OLDS

The licensing system has been upgraded to accommodate 15-year-old applications. Those interested may make appointments with the Kentucky State Police (KSP).

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Beginning May 7, 2025, Kentuckians must be REAL ID compliant to board U.S. commercial flights and access military bases or federal facilities that require ID.

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Driver Licensing Service Options

Online

Skip the trip by renewing your driver's license or ID card online. (Applicant WILL NOT receive a temporary document)

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By Mail

Renew, replace, or update an address on your standard driver license, ID card or REAL ID.

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In Person

Upgrade to a REAL ID or renew a standard credential by visiting any Driver Licensing Regional office.

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New Vision Screening Requirement

Effective January 1, 2025, all Kentuckians must undergo a vision screening to renew their license. Vision screenings can be completed at no cost at any Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Driver Licensing Regional Office at the time of license renewal. Drivers also have the option of conducting a vision exam with their vision specialist (optometrist/ophthalmologist), or a vision screening with a KYTC-credentialed medical provider in advance of their license renewal visit.

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PAY TO REINSTATE YOUR
LICENSE ONLINE

Skip the line and pay your reinstatement fee online! Applicant will need contact information, driver's license number and a valid debit/credit card. A small processing fee will be collected for payment.

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Kentucky Driver Licensing

Before obtaining a permit/license, all new applicants must complete the required written, vision, and skills tests, administered by the Kentucky State Police.

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Graduated Driver Licensing Program

This program is only required for drivers obtaining their original permit between the ages of 15- 17.

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The Popup Driver Licensing Program is a traveling service that brings all the services offered in Driver Licensing Regional Offices to local communities that don't have a Driver Licensing Regional office. 

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SKIP THE TRIP

Join more than 130K Kentuckians who have renewed their vehicle registration online this year! All you need is your title number, plate number and a credit card.

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Look up your vehicle
tax paid in 2024

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Vehicle Titling

Any Kentucky resident who owns a vehicle may apply for a Kentucky Certificate of Title and Registration at the County Clerk's office in the owner's county of residence or the county where the vehicle is primarily operated

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Apply for a
Personalized
License Plate

Kentucky issues over 150 different types of passenger and motorcycle license plates.

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Access the Motor
Carrier Portal

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File IFTA Taxes

Only Kentucky based carriers will need file IFTA taxes with the state!

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Do I need an IRP?

​Any vehicle with a combined gross vehicle weight or registered gross weight exceeding 26,000 lbs. or having 3 or more axles regardless of weight operating outside the state of Kentucky needs an apportioned license plate.

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Experience the next level licensing at Kentucky's Driver Licensing Regional Offices

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All licensing services have fully transitioned from the Office of Circuit Court Clerk in every county to Driver Licensing Regional Offices throughout Kentucky.

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