Arkansas DMV fees and documents

    Every Arkansas fee and document DMV.ai has on file, grouped by task. Each one links to the official page it came from. Anything a state page doesn't state is left out, not guessed.

    26 items across 7 tasks.

    Change your address

    Reviewed Oct 1, 2026 · Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services

    Fees

    Documents

    • Change of Address Form

      Only if you mail it in.

    Source: dfa.arkansas.gov

    Driver’s license renewal

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services

    Fees

    • Class D license (ages 21+)

      standard 8-year Class D driver's license fee

      dfa.arkansas.gov

      $40.00

    Documents

    • No documents required for standard renewal

      Per the DFA, nothing needs to be brought in for a standard renewal unless there is a name change or a REAL ID is requested.

    • Name change documentation

      Required only if renewing with a name change.

    Source: dfa.arkansas.gov

    First-time driver's license

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

    Documents

    • Parent/guardian financial responsibility

      Under 18.

    Source: dfa.arkansas.gov

    New resident guide

    Reviewed Oct 1, 2026 · Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA)

    Fees

    • Fees on the official page

      Confirm current amounts with the agency

      dfa.arkansas.gov

      New vehicle sales tax 6.5%; used $4,000-$9,999 at 3.5%; late penalty 10% of sales tax plus $3 per 10 days

    Documents

    • Odometer Statement

    • Out-of-state registration

    • Proof of insurance

    • Bill of Sale

    Source: dfa.arkansas.gov

    REAL ID

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

    Fees

    • REAL ID (full 8-year term)

      cost to establish a full eight years until expiration

      dfa.arkansas.gov

      $40.00

    Documents

    • Proof of Legal Presence

      A U.S. Birth Certificate or U.S. Passport.

    • Proof of Identity

      Current driver's license/ID, school ID, vehicle registration/title, marriage certificate, or Military ID.

    • Social Security Card

      A Social Security Card must be provided.

    • Proof of Residency

      Two documents such as a utility bill, pay stub, or bank statement.

    Source: dfa.arkansas.gov

    Title transfer

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

    Fees

    Documents

    • Title or Manufacturer's Statement of Origin

      Required ownership document.

    • Odometer Statement

      Odometer disclosure required.

    • Proof of Insurance

      Proof of insurance required to register.

    Source: dfa.arkansas.gov

    Vehicle registration

    Reviewed Sep 29, 2026 · Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

    Fees

    • Passenger car registration (3,000 lbs or less)

      annual registration fee for a standard passenger car under 3,000 lbs

      dfa.arkansas.gov

      $17.00

    Documents

    • Current Title

      Title signed by seller and buyer.

    • Bill of Sale

      Bill of sale with VIN, date of sale, purchase amount, and signatures.

    • Personal Property Assessment

      Current year personal property assessment listing the vehicle.

    • Proof of Insurance

      Current insurance meeting Arkansas liability requirements.

    Source: dfa.arkansas.gov

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