DRIVER LICENSE GUIDE

Kansas Driver’s License

This guide explains Driver's License requirements in Kansas, including eligibility, documents, application steps, testing, fees and renewal.

KansasDriver's License
Official AgencyKansas Department of Revenue Division of Vehicles
Minimum AgeInstruction permit: 14. Restricted license: 15. Non-restricted Class C: 17; applicants 18+ can use the adult licensing path.
Application Fee$29 total for a regular Class C license with testing at ages 21–64; $23 at 65+. Under 21 fees are age-based.
License ValidityRegular Class C generally 6 years at ages 21–64. Licenses issued under 21 expire on the 21st birthday. Older-driver terms are shorter.

Last verified: 23/09/2026

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Kansas at a glance

This guide explains Driver's License requirements in Kansas, including eligibility, documents, application steps, testing, fees and renewal.

Eligibility & Age Rules

<p>Kansas uses graduated licensing for teen drivers. A 15-year-old restricted applicant must complete approved driver education, hold the required permit period and meet supervised-driving requirements. A 17-year-old can obtain a non-restricted license after meeting the applicable requirements.</p>

Costs, timing and validity

Eligibility / age

Instruction permit: 14. Restricted license: 15. Non-restricted Class C: 17; applicants 18+ can use the adult licensing path.

Initial cost

$29 total for a regular Class C license with testing at ages 21–64; $23 at 65+. Under 21 fees are age-based.

Renewal cost

$26 for Class C renewal at ages 21–64; $20 at 65+. Under 21 fees are age-based.

Validity

Regular Class C generally 6 years at ages 21–64. Licenses issued under 21 expire on the 21st birthday. Older-driver terms are shorter.

Documents and information to prepare

Use the official checklist linked on this page as the final authority. The items below describe the information this state commonly expects for this credential.

Proof of lawful presence, Social Security number, two proofs of Kansas residential address, and legal-name-change documents when applicable.

How to apply

01

Present identity and residency documents, complete vision, written and driving examinations when required, and pay the applicable fee.

02

Teen applicants must complete the appropriate graduated stage.

03

Out-of-state transfers have separate testing rules.

Testing, Training & Restrictions

<p>First-time applicants must pass vision, applicable written and driving examinations. Kansas also allows the written exam online in eligible cases. A valid out-of-state license generally requires vision testing but not written or driving testing.</p>

Renewal and ongoing requirements

<p>Renewal requires proof of identity, Social Security number, Kansas residency and principal address, a vision exam, fee payment, new photo and signature. Eligible applicants can renew up to one year early.</p>

Processing time

Most Kansas credentials arrive by mail in 14–20 days, although delivery can take up to 45 days.

Important: This page is an independent informational resource. Requirements, fees and procedures can change. Verify the current rules with the relevant official authority before applying.