How do I renew my driver's license in Kentucky?
Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
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Kentucky driver's licenses can be renewed online through myDrive, by mail, or in person at a Driver Licensing Regional Office, with a vision screening required first.
- Complete a vision screening: A vision screening is required before renewing.
- Set up myDrive: Create a myDrive account and link it using the Letter ID from a KYTC document, or renew by mail if eligible.
- Choose renewal method: Renew online, by mail, or in person; REAL ID upgrades must be done at a Regional Office.
- Receive credential by mail: Typically arrives in 10-15 business days.
- Find an official office if you need to go in person: Use the agency's official office finder: https://drive.ky.gov/Pages/Locations.aspx
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| Standard license renewal4-year | $21.50 |
| Standard license renewal8-year | $43.00 |
| REAL ID renewal4-year | $24.00 |
| REAL ID renewal8-year | $48.00 |
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Renew a Driver's License or Permit - DRIVE · Kentucky Transportation Cabinet · reviewed 2026-09-29
Limitations: Online renewal can't upgrade to REAL ID; licenses expired over five years require starting over.
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