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How much does it cost to renew a driver's license in Kentucky?
I’ve had my driver’s license for several years now, but it’s coming up to its expiration date. How much does it cost to renew a driver’s license in Kentucky?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The cost to
renew a Kentucky driver’s license
ranges from $21.50 to $48, depending on what type of license you choose. Having a driver’s license is required in Kentucky if you plan to get behind the wheel, but if you’re planning to use your license to board domestic flights, you’ll need to have a REAL ID after May 3, 2023.
However, a
REAL ID
isn’t required to drive in Kentucky, so drivers have the option to choose which one they want. A standard Kentucky driver’s license costs $21.50 for a four-year renewal, while an eight-year REAL ID is $48.Here’s a quick breakdown:
- Four-year standard driver’s license: $21.50
- Four-year REAL ID driver’s license: $24
- Eight-year standard driver’s license: $43
- Eight-year REAL ID driver’s license: $48
To apply for a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license for the first time, you must schedule an appointment at your local DMV. Walk-ins are not accepted.
If you want to get a standard driver’s license or a renewal of a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, you have three options:
- Schedule an appointment at a local DMV
- Apply online at https://dlrenewal.ky.gov/
- Download the application form and mail it to: Division of Driver Licensing 200 Metro Street Frankfort, KY 40622
Regardless of what method you choose, your new Kentucky driver’s license should arrive by mail in 10 to 15 business days.
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