Ready, Set, Visit: Your Guide to Kentucky Regional Office Success!
Before visiting a Kentucky Driver Licensing Regional Office, ensure you're fully prepared to save time and streamline your experience. This guide provides everything you need, from required documents to appointment tips, to help ensure a smooth and hassle-free visit. PLEASE CLICK ON AND READ EACH OF THE FOLLOWING TIPS BEFORE VISITING A REGIONAL OFFICE.
- Avoid an unnecessary trip to the office by checking if your renewal or replacement can be handled online or by mail. Explore your options below to find the most convenient solution! Remeber eight-year licenses are available for new standard licenses and REAL IDs!
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Popup Driver Licensing Program locations are available in select counties statewide. This traveling service brings all the services offered in Driver Licensing Regional Offices to local communities that don't have a regional office. Schedule an appointment for a Popup Event below.
The Kentucky State Police performs all written and driver testing in Kentucky. To schedule a written or driver testing appointment, you must visit the
KSP website.
- Use the Regional office map below to find the nearest regional office.
- Appointments are highly recommended, but if one doesn’t align with your schedule needs, check to see if the office is currently accepting walk-ins BEFORE you travel to the office.
- All offices accept credit/debit, cash, personal checks, certified checks, and money orders as payment.
FOR FIRST TIME ISSUANCE, TRANSFER OR APPLYING FOR A REAL ID
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Proof of Identity:
- One (1) identity document (e.g., birth certificate or passport).
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Proof of Social Security Number:
- One (1) document (first-time and out-of-state applicants must bring their Social Security card as proof).
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Proof of Kentucky Residency:
- One (1) proof of residency dated within the past year (e.g., utility bill or lease).
- REAL ID applicants need to bring two (2) proofs of residency.
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Name Change Documentation (if applicable):
If your current legal name, date of birth, or gender differs from the information on your identity document, provide legal proof of the changes (e.g., marriage license, divorce decree, or court order).
FOR A LICENSE/ID CARD RENEWAL
- No additional documents are required if the information on your expiring credential is up to date.
FOR AN ADDRESS/ NAME CHANGE
Name Change: One (1) legal document is required (e.g., birth certificate, name change court order, marriage license, or divorce decree).
For Duplicate/Replacement Cards
- No additional documentation is required if the information on your current credential is up to date.
Determine what documents you need to bring by visting the links below!
NEW VISION SCREENING REQUIREMENT
- Beginning January 1, 2025, a vision screening will be required to renew a Kentucky driver’s license. Learn more HERE.
First-Time Applicants: Ensure you’ve successfully completed all required tests, such as vision and knowledge exams. These tests are scheduled through the
Kentucky State Police website.
Out-of-State Transfers: Bring your current out-of-state license, birth certificate, Social Security card, and proof of Kentucky residency. Learn more
HERE.
Commercial Licenses (CDL): Check for additional testing and documentation requirements. Find more information
HERE.
If your license has been suspended for more than one (1) year, you’ll need to retake the written and vision tests. Schedule your testing appointment through the
Kentucky State Police website.
Beginning January 1, 2025, a vision test will be required to renew a Kentucky license. Learn more
here.
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).
TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
Click on a location name from the list below for links to schedule an appointment, driving directions, and contact information for each office.
In observance of Good Friday, all offices will be open from 8 to 11 a.m. on Friday, April 18.