Get your first driver's license in Kansas

Online or in person

Start online: knowledge exam · In personThe Kansas Department of Revenue lets you take the non-commercial knowledge exam online at ks.knowtodrive.com and bring in your passing results instead of testing in the office (the handbook says to check there whether you qualify). The vision test, driving test, permit and license are at a driver's license office; you can book an appointment online. Internet driver education courses are not accepted for a Kansas license. You pass vision, written and driving exams at a driver's license office, in a vehicle you provide. The Division recommends an appointment.

Cost

$29 Class C license with testing (age 21-64)From the fee chart (updated 5/2023), New Issuance Fees (With Testing), "Regular C 21-64": $18 issuance, $3 test, $8 photo, $29 total; "Regular C >64": $23 total. Under 21, the chart lists "Class C or M Under 21" at $51 with testing, and "Regular C Under 21" at $28 without testing. Retests within 6 months are $1.50.

You leave with

Class C driver's license

Your plan

1. Gather your documents

   • Proof of identity and lawful presence
     Originals only: faxed, photocopied, electronic or laminated copies are not accepted. Hospital, city and Bureau of Census birth registrations are not accepted.
     Show accepted documents (bring 1)

     • State-issued birth certificate
     • Unexpired U.S. passport or passport card
     • Certificate of Naturalization or Citizenship
     • U.S. Consular Report of Birth Abroad
     • Valid Permanent Resident Card or Employment Authorization Card (non-citizens also complete SAVE verification)
   • Proof of Social Security number
     Showing your current name and number.
     Show accepted documents (bring 1)

     • Social Security card with your current full name
     • Current W-2 or 1099
     • Current pay stub showing your number
   • Two proofs of Kansas residence · 2 different documents
     Showing your current name and Kansas residential address; a P.O. Box is not accepted. Utility bills no more than two months old. A minor with no address document can use a Certification of Address completed by a parent, stepparent or legal guardian with two proofs of address and identification.
     Show accepted documents (bring 2)

     • Kansas vehicle registration or title
     • Bank statement
     • Lease
     • Kansas voter registration card
     • Current insurance bill
     • Utility bill
   • Payment · all that apply
     Show accepted documents

     • Permit, license and testing fees (see the Kansas Credential Fee Chart)

2. Take a free practice test

   Before the knowledge test, try our Kansas Permit Practice Test: 25 questions like the real exam, based on the official handbook, with every answer explained.

   Start the Kansas practice test

3. Pass the vision and written exams

   As a never-licensed applicant, show proof of identity and residence and pass a vision exam and all applicable written exams. The knowledge exam can be taken at the office or online at ks.knowtodrive.com. An instruction permit for 17 and up needs no parental approval and has no minimum holding period; you may drive only with a licensed adult 21 or older in the front seat.

   Obtaining your first Kansas license ↗

4. Pass the driving exam

   Take the driving exam (pre-trip vehicle safety inspection, basic vehicle control skills and road test) in a vehicle you provide, then pay the license fee. The fee chart says once you pay the license fee, it stays paid until you pass your exam.

   Kansas Driving Handbook (PDF) ↗

5. Book a driver's license office appointment

   Appointments are recommended, and customers with appointments receive priority. The appointment page links to scheduling for each office.

   Appointment information on ksrevenue.gov ↗