Kentucky License Plates FAQ

No. Because Kentucky is not a two-plate state, you are not required to place a front plate on your car.

You have to remove the license plates and return them to the nearest Kentucky county clerk's office.

No. Kentucky isn’t a two-plate state. You have to have only the rear one.

Yes. Kentucky has changed the process of providing driver's licenses and personal IDs to strengthen the security of state-issued credentials and meet federal criteria.

To fly legally in the United States you have to present a valid proof of identity such as a valid U.S passport; state driver’s license; military ID, etc.

Generally, you should pay a visit to the nearest DMV office. On the application day, you need to present proof of identity as well as proof of Kentucky residency. Note that Social Security Number is also obligatory.

It depends on what’s the matter. If you have changed your name/surname after getting married or divorced you have to link a certified copy of your marriage license or a divorce decree to your records. You may as well apply for a new Social Security Card.

The costs may vary based on the license type. Generally, a REAL ID valid for eight years is $48. The standard driver’s license costs $20.

A regular Kentucky motorbike license costs $43 and is valid for four years. The Kentucky REAL ID motorbike license costs $43 and is valid for 8 years. A combination motorbike and operator basic license cost $53 and a combo REAL ID costs $58.

First of all, you have to pay a visit to the local Circuit Court Clerk’s Office and make a request. On that day, you have to fill in an application form, submit proof of identity and residency, as well as drive test results. there are also applicable charges. After you have successfully applied, you have to wait for 10-15 business days. By then, the DMV will issue you a temporary document valid for a month.

In short, yes. Non-CDL applicants and those above the age of 21 can pick between a four-year or an eight-year certificate while CDL is valid for eight years.

The 30-day temporary permit allows the drivers to drive on Kentucky roads and highways until they get their full license.

The applicant must apply for an updated license within 10 days of changing his or her name or residence. The cost of a duplicate is $15.

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) does not require children under the age of 18 to show identification.

The benefits of a standard driver's license are the same as those of a REAL ID. They allow you to board domestic aircraft as well as enter federally restricted areas like military sites and nuclear power plants.

If the expiration date on your present license is within six months, you can extend it for another four or eight years while filing for a REAL ID. You have to pay $15.

In short, no. Kentucky's driver's license and personal ID card systems will be tightly controlled, and information will only be shared with law enforcement agencies for the purpose of a criminal investigation.