Wondering what you need and how you can renew your Arkansas Driver's License? Here is the ultimate guide to quickly and easily renewing your Arkansas driver license.
What You’ll Need to Renew your Arkansas Driver License
- Your soon-to-be expired driver's license.
- $40 Driver's License renewal fee, using cash or a check/money order made payable to the AR DFA.
- Corrective lenses or contacts for the vision test, if necessary.
- Proof of Identity - Current DL/ID; Photo work/school ID; Concealed Handgun License; Pilot’s license; Vehicle Registration/Title; Sealed Court order (must have a seal); Medicare/Medicaid are accepted & AR Kids cards up to age 19; Parent Affidavit (Parent/guardian must appear in person, prove his/her identity regarding the minor child’s identity).
- Proof of Legal Presence - U.S. Passport/U.S. Passport card; U.S. Birth Certificate/Birth Abroad (U.S. only) Originals or certified copy; U.S. Visa with valid foreign passport-appropriate; INS document is also required (must be verified through S.A.V.E); Immigration & Naturalization Service documents
- Social Security Number - Social Security Card DL/ID; W-2 form; Form 1099
What You’ll Need to Do to Renew your Arkansas Driver License in Person
- Visit your nearest DMV office. Consider making a DMV appointment or getting a line waiting concierge.
- Surrender your current license and submit All proofs of legal presence, identity, and Social Security number.
- Pass the vision test.
- Pay for the $40 renewal fee, using cash or a check/money order made payable to the AR DFA.
Here are Arkansas driver's license renewal exceptions to note:
- You will be issued your renewed license before you leave.
- If you ever lose it, make sure you get your license replaced ASAP.
- If you’re upgrading to an Enhanced Security DL/ID, you MIGHT be issued a temporary license and receive your permanent license in the mail.
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