How do I get my first driver's license in Kansas?
Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles
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Kansas teens get an instruction permit at 14+, hold it one year with 50 supervised hours, then a restricted and full license. Adults pass vision, knowledge, and driving tests.
- Instruction permit: Vision and written test or driver ed certificate.
- Hold permit 1 year: Under 17; 50 hours (10 at night).
- Restricted license: After holding period.
- Full license: Generally by 17.
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Graduated Driver License Requirements · Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles · reviewed 2026-09-29
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