Renewing a Kansas driver license
The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles (KDOR) page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
Watch for the renewal notice, sent at least 30 days before expiration.
Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Renew on or before the expiration date and pay the license fee.
Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Pass an eye test or bring an eye doctor's report from the last three months.
Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Renew online if you are 21-64 and did not renew online last time.
Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026If your license expires on your 21st birthday, renew within 45 days.
Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Check before you go: requirements and fees change, and some depend on your age or situation. The official page is the final word.
Related facts
- License validity
- Six years for ages 21-64; four years at 65+; licenses issued under 21 expire on the 21st birthday.Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Renewal timing
- Renew on or before expiration; the division mails a notice at least 30 days ahead. Under-21 licenses have a 45-day grace period.Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Online renewal
- Allowed for ages 21-64 who had an eye exam in the last year, but not two renewal periods in a row.Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Renewal fee
- Same as the license fee: $18 for ages 21-64 or $12 at 65+ (class C).Source: ksrevisor.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
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