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If your Kansas driver’s license is nearing its expiration date, you’ll need to take steps to renew it. Here’s what you need to know to renew your license in Kansas.
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Introduction
In Kansas, you must renew your driver’s license every four years on or before your birthday. The expiration date is always on the last day of your birth month. You will need to renew in person at a local DMV office, although you may be able to renew online or by mail if you meet certain requirements.
To renew your license in person, you will need to bring:
-Your current driver’s license
-One form of identification, such as a birth certificate, passport, or military ID
-Proof of residency in Kansas, such as a lease or utility bill
-Payment for the renewal fee
If you are renewing by mail or online, you may need to provide additional information. For example, if you have recently changed your name, you will need to provide proof of the change with your renewal application. Check with the DMV to be sure you have everything you need before beginning the renewal process.
How to Renew Your License in Kansas
When renewing your license in Kansas, you have a few different options. You can renew online, by mail, or in person. If you renew online or by mail, you will need to provide your license number, last four digits of your Social Security number, and credit card information. If you renew in person, you will need to bring your license, proof of insurance, and cash or a check.
In-Person
If you are renewing your license in person, you will need to bring two forms of identification. One form must be a photo ID, such as a driver’s license, passport, or military ID. The second form of ID can be a birth certificate, social security card, or another document that proves your identity. You will also need to bring a check or money order for the renewal fee. Fees vary depending on the type of license you have and how long it has been expired. For more information on renewal fees, please see the Renewal Fees section below.
If your license has been expired for more than one year, you will also need to pass a vision test and a written exam before your license can be renewed.
Online
If you’re renewing your license online, you’ll need to provide:
-Your Kansas driver’s license number
-The last four digits of your Social Security number
-An email address
You’ll also need to pay a $34.50 fee by credit card. The whole process should take about 10 minutes.
You can renew your license up to one year before it expires and you’ll receive your new license in the mail within 10 business days.
By Mail
You can renew your Kansas driver’s license by mail up to one time if you meet all of the following criteria:
-You are between 21 and 62 years old.
-Your last renewal was done in person.
-Your last renewal was not more than 2 years ago.
-You do not have any outstanding violations or suspensions.
To renew by mail, simply fill out the renewal form and enclose a check or money order for the renewal fee. Be sure to include your current address and phone number so that the DMV can reach you if there are any problems with your renewal. You should receive your renewed license in the mail within 4-6 weeks.
What to Bring When Renewing Your License
When you go to renew your license in Kansas, you will need to bring a few things with you. You will need to bring your current license, proof of residency, and proof of insurance. You will also need to fill out a renewal form and pay the renewal fee.
Proof of Identity
When you renew your license in Kansas, you will need to show proof of your identity. You must bring original documents or certified copies, which cannot be more than 60 days old. The following documents are acceptable as proof of identity:
– U.S. birth certificate
– U.S. passport
– Certification of Naturalization
– Certification of Citizenship
– Permanent Resident Card
– Foreign passport with I-94
If you are renewing your license by mail and do not have any of the above documents, you will need to provide two forms of identification from the following list:
– Social Security card
– U.S. military ID card
– Employer ID card
– Kansas personal ID card
Proof of Kansas residency
When you renew your Kansas driver’s license in person, you’ll need to provide proof of your U.S. citizenship or lawful presence in the United States, as well as proof of your Kansas residency.
You can use a combination of documents to prove both your citizenship or lawful presence and your residency in Kansas. Examples of documents that would work for both proving your citizenship or lawful presence and your residency include:
-A valid U.S. passport
-A certified copy of your birth certificate issued by a governmental agency
-An unexpired passport from another country, along with an I-94 form or an I-551 stamp
Examples of documents that would work for proving only your residency in Kansas include:
-A utility bill dated within the last 90 days (electric, gas, water, sewer, telephone landline, cable TV)
-A bank statement dated within the last 60 days
-An insurance policy declaration page dated within the last 60 days
Renewal fee
You will need to pay a $40.00 renewal fee if your license has been expired for less than one year. If your license has been expired for more than one year but less than three years, the renewal fee is $80.00. If your license has been expired for more than three years, you will need to retake the vision and written exams before being issued a new license.
Renewing Your License if You are Out of State
If you are currently out of state and need to renew your Kansas driver’s license, you have a few options. You can renew by mail, by phone, or in person. However, if your license has been expired for more than twelve months, you will need to retake the written exam and the road test. Be sure to allow plenty of time for your license to be renewed, as it can take up to four weeks for the process to be completed.
Active-Duty Military
If you are in the military and stationed outside of Kansas, you can renew your license by mail. To do so, you will need to include:
-A completed Application for License Renewal (Form DOR-100).
-A photocopy of your birth certificate or another form of identification that verifies your name, date of birth, and Social Security number.
-Your current out-of-state driver’s license.
-A $40 renewal fee.
You should allow up to four weeks for your renewal to be processed. If you have not received your renewed license after that time, you can contact the Kansas Department of Revenue at 785-296-3671.
Kansas Residents Stationed Out of State
If you are a Kansas resident stationed out of state in the military, you may renew your driver’s license by mail. To do so, you will need to:
Complete and sign the renewal application form.
Submit a color passport-style photo.
Include a check or money order for the renewal fee.
Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
You will need to renew your license every four years. Your renewal notice will be sent to your last known address in Kansas. If you have not received a renewal notice, you can contact the Kansas Department of Revenue at 785-296-3671 to request one.
Renewing Your License if it has Expired
If your license has already expired, you will need to take a vision test, show proof of Kansas residency, and show proof of your Social Security number when you renew. You will also need to pay a $45 fee. If your license has been expired for more than one year, you will need to retake the written and driving tests.
In-Person
If your license has been expired for more than one year, you must renew it in person at a DMV office. You will need to:
* Bring proof of your identity, such as a birth certificate or passport.
* Bring proof of your Social Security Number.
* Bring two forms of proof of your current Kansas address, such as a lease agreement or utility bill.
* Surrender your expired license.
* Pass a vision test.
* If you have not taken and passed the written exam within the last year, you will need to retake it and pass.
* Pay the renewal fee.
Online
The renewal process for an expired license is the same as the process for renewing a license that has not expired. You will need to log in to your account, pay the renewal fee, and answer questions about your health and fitness to drive. You may also be asked to take a vision test.
By Mail
If you’re out of state and your license has expired, you can’t renew by mail. You must appear in person at a full-service DMV office to renew an expired driver’s license.
If you’re in Kansas but unable to visit a DMV office due to illness, military service, or work requirements, you may be eligible to renew by mail. You must:
-Be at least 21 years old.
-Have held your most recent driver’s license for at least 2 years.
-Have no suspensions or revocations on your driving record within the past 2 years. (Excludes suspensions for failure to provide proof of insurance.)
-Have no more than 6 points on your driving record within the past 2 years.
-Not have been convicted of DUI or certain serious traffic violations within the past 5 years.
Renewing Your License if it has been Suspended or Revoked
If you have a Kansas driver’s license that has been suspended or revoked, you will need to follow a specific process in order to renew it. The first thing you need to do is complete any requirements that were imposed when your license was suspended or revoked. Once you have done that, you can then schedule a driving skills test and pay the required fees.
In-Person
If your license has been suspended or revoked, you’ll need to visit a driver licensing office in person to renew it. You may be required to take certain tests, such as a vision screening, written test, or road test. Be sure to bring all required documents with you when you go.
Online
To renew your license online, you will need to visit the Kansas Department of Revenue’s (DOR) Driver’s License Services website. To renew your license, you will need to:
-Enter your driver’s license number
-Enter your date of birth
-Pay the renewal fee
If your license has been expired for more than one year, you will not be able to renew it online and will need to follow the instructions for renewing in person.
By Mail
You may renew your license by mail if:
-You have a Class C license
-Your license is not expired by more than 1 year
-Your license has not been suspended or revoked
-You have not been convicted of a DUI within the past 5 years
To renew by mail, follow the instructions on the Renewal Notice you received in the mail. Include a check or money order for the renewal fee. Make payable to Kansas Department of Revenue.
You should receive your renewed license within 10 business days.
Conclusion
Thank you for taking the time to renew your license. It is an important process that helps to keep our roads safe. We hope that this guide has been helpful and that you feel more prepared to renew your license in Kansas.
