Kansas Driver License Renewal
Need to renew your Kansas driver s license. We have collected helpful information to assist you with the renewal process and make it easier and more convenient.
Information on renewing your Kansas drivers license - Steps required for renewing your Kansas drivers license.
Renew Your Kansas Driver s License
If you need to operate a vehicle in Kansas, you must possess a valid KS driver s license. When it is due for renewal, you ll need to submit a renewal application to the Kansas
If you are searching for details about a different type of driver s license or permit, please see any the following links:
On this page, you ll find all the information you need about how to renew your regular, non-commercial KS driver s license before it expires.
When to Renew Your KS Driver s License
The length of time your Kansas driver s license is valid will depend on your age:
Less than 21 years old: Expires on your 21st birthday.
To get more information about renewing when you re less than 21 years old, visit the Kansas DMV website.
Between 21 to under 65 years old: 6 years.
65 years old or older: 4 years.
You can renew your KS driver s license up to
1 year before it expires, unless you are younger than
21 years old. If you are younger than 21 years old, you must wait until your 21st birthday to complete the renewal.
NOTE: If you recently moved, you should notify the Kansas DMV to ensure you receive your renewal notice. For more information on how to handle this process, please see our Changing Your Address page.
Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Driver s License
If your Kansas driver s license is expiring soon but it was recently lost, stolen, or damaged, you may be able to renew it instead of applying for a replacement driver s license. Please contact your
local KS DMV office to verify.
Replacing a lost driver s license is a more complicated process, so a renewal may be your best option, if available.
For more information on how to replace a lost, stolen, or damaged driver s license in Kansas, please read our page about
If you fail to renew your driver s license on or before the expiration date, you ll be charged a
1 fee and you may be required to take your examinations again. In addition, you may receive a traffic ticket if a law enforcement officer catches you driving on an expired license.
You can check the status of your driver s license by ordering a copy of your
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The Kansas DMV will mail you your renewal notice at least
30 days before your KS driver s license expires. If you don t receive a renewal form, however, it s still your responsibility to make sure your license is renewed in a timely fashion.
You can renew your KS driver s license
by mail if eligible, or in person at your local KS DMV office. To save time, you can make an appointment before you go.
You can only renew your Kansas driver s license
by mail if you are temporarily living out of state. This applies to active-duty military members currently stationed outside of Kansas.
You also have the option of applying for an extension of your driver s license and renewing upon your return to Kansas.
For more information and how to renew by mail, see
Out-of-State Military Residents below.
To renew your KS driver s license
in person, you ll need to visit your local full-service DMV driver s license office and bring:
Proof of your identity, such as your expiring KS driver s license.
Your Social Security number SSN.
Proof of your Kansas residency.
NOTE: If you ve changed your name since you received your last driver s license, you ll need to show proof of the change to the KS DMV. Visit our Changing Your Name page for more details.
complete list of accepted documents proving your identity can be found on the Kansas DMV website.
Division of Vehicles office, you will need to:
You can also bring proof of an exam from a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist performed within the previous 90 days.
Pass a driving exam, if your driver s license is expired or suspended.
Pay all necessary driver license renewal fees same as fees for original licenses.
See Fees to Renew Your Driver s License in KS below.
Out-of-State Military Residents
Notice for Military Members Stationed in Germany
If you are currently stationed in Germany, please be aware that some states require you to have a valid U.S. driver s license in addition to your USAREUR license.
Read our article for more information.
temporarily outside of Kansas or the country, you can renew your driver s license by mail OR obtain an extension of 6 months. You ll need:
Your new KS driver s license will be mailed to the out-of-state address you provide.
NOTE: Military members stationed out of state can find more information on our Drivers in the Military page.
Fees to Renew Your Driver s License in KS
The cost for renewing your driver s license in Kansas will depend on the driver s license type. For complete fee details, please read the
KS DOR Driver Licensing Fee Chart.
You may also need to pay an additional
photo fee and 1.50 exam fee if applicable.
in person, the KS Division of Vehicles accepts payment by:
by mail, you can submit payment by:
Kansas DMV office for specific details on how to pay your fees.
A Kansas Driver s License can be renewed either in person at any driver s license exam station in the State, or by mail. WHEN TO RENEW YOUR DRIVER S LICENSE.
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How to renew your Kansas driver s license
Driving in Kansas without a valid driver s license is illegal. The state of Kansas understands how important it is to always have a valid driver s license and makes it very easy to renew your Kansas driver s license.
In the state of Kansas your driver s license expires on your birthday, however depending on your age determines how many years your Kansas driver s license is valid for. If you are between the ages of 21 and 64 you won t have to renew your Kansas driver s license for 6 years, If you are 65 years of age or older you will have to renew your Kansas driver s license every 4 years.
To help remind you, the Kansas DMV office will mail you a notice 30 days prior to your driver s license expiring. If for whatever reason you don t receive the renewal reminder you are still responsible to renew your Kansas driver s license on time.
To renew your Kansas driver s license you must go in person to your local Kansas DMV office.
Renewal by mail is only possible if you are temporarily residing out of state.
Print form DE-MI1, Kansas Renewal, Extension, or Replacement form.
Fill out the form, mark the appropriate box.
Follow the instructions for the appropriate section.
Fax to 785 296-0691 or mail the form with all required additional information and payment to:
Your new Kansas driver s license will be mailed to the address you have provided the DMV with.
To renew your Kansas driver s license in person:
Provide proof of identity, Social Security number, proof of residency and proof of your principal residence address.
Complete an eye exam. You can disregard the eye exam if you bring proof of one from a licensed optometrist or ophthalmologist, as long as the exam was made not more than three months before your renewal application.
Complete a written exam that tests your understanding of highway signs and traffic laws. You may want to refresh your knowledge by studying the Driving Handbook before going to renew your license.
Pass a driving exam if your license has been expired for over one year or was suspended.
Have a new photo taken and submit your signature.
Pay all necessary fees. Fees are the same as fees for original licenses.
Kansas Drivers License Renewal
Kansas Drivers License Renewal Guide
Disclaimer. The information contained on the Kansas Driver s License Status Check is a summary only. Completion of the items listed does not ensure your driving.
