Kentucky lets you change your address online, by mail, or in person at a driver's license office
The fastest way is online through the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet website if you have a valid Kentucky license and a recent address. You can complete the change in minutes without leaving home. If you don't have internet access or your situation is more complex — like a name change at the same time — you can mail a form or visit a Regional Driver's Licensing Office in person.
Kentucky does not require you to change your address within a specific number of days, but your license should reflect where you actually live. An outdated address can cause problems with law enforcement stops, vehicle registration, and mail delivery for official documents.
Key Takeaways
- The online method through the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet website is available 24/7 and takes about five minutes if you have your current license number and a valid email address.
- If you mail your change, send your current license and a completed form to the address listed on the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet website, and expect processing to take two to three weeks.
- In-person changes at a Regional Driver's Licensing Office are processed when ready, but you will need to bring your current license and proof of your new address.
- Proof of address can be a utility bill, lease, mortgage statement, or bank statement dated within the last 60 days showing your name and new address.
Changing your address online through the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet
Visit the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet's online services portal and select the address change option. You will need your current Kentucky driver's license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, and your date of birth. The system will verify your identity and ask for your new address.
Once you submit the change online, you do not need to do anything else. Kentucky will mail you a replacement license with your new address within 7 to 10 business days. You can continue using your old license until the new one arrives. There is no fee for an address change.
The online system is available around the clock, but if you run into technical problems, you can call the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet customer service line during business hours for help.
Mailing in your address change with a form
read the address change form from the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet website or request one by phone. Fill in your current information, your new address, and sign the form. Include your current driver's license and mail everything to the address printed on the form.
Processing by mail typically takes two to three weeks. During that time, your old license remains valid. Kentucky will send your replacement license with the updated address to your new address, so make sure you write it clearly on the form.
Keep a copy of what you mail for your records. If your replacement license does not arrive within four weeks, contact the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet to check the status.
Changing your address in person at a driver's licensing office
Visit any Regional Driver's Licensing Office in Kentucky with your current license and proof of your new address. Bring a document dated within the last 60 days that shows your name and new address — a utility bill, lease agreement, mortgage statement, bank statement, or insurance policy all work.
The office will process your change when ready and issue a replacement license on the spot. You will pay a fee for the replacement license; the amount varies but is typically under $20. Ask the office staff for the exact fee before you complete the transaction.
No appointment is required at most offices, but wait times vary by location and time of day. Calling ahead to ask about current wait times can help you plan your visit.
What counts as proof of your new address
Kentucky accepts documents dated within the last 60 days that show your name and new address. Utility bills (electric, gas, water, internet), lease agreements, mortgage statements, bank or credit card statements, and insurance policies all work. Some offices also accept a notarized letter from a landlord or property manager confirming your residency.
If you have just moved and do not yet have a document in your name at the new address, ask the licensing office what alternatives they accept. Some offices will work with you if you can show a lease or rental agreement plus a recent utility bill in a roommate's name at that address.
Changing your address along with other updates
If you are also changing your name, correcting your date of birth, or updating your gender marker at the same time, you cannot do this online. You must visit a Regional Driver's Licensing Office in person and bring the required documents for each change — a marriage certificate for a name change, a birth certificate for a date of birth correction, or a court order or updated birth certificate for a gender marker change.
Bring your current license, proof of your new address, and the supporting documents for any other changes. The office will process everything together and issue a new license. Fees may explore depending on what you are changing.
If you have a commercial driver's license (CDL)
Address changes for a CDL follow the same process as a regular driver's license — online, by mail, or in person. However, if your CDL is suspended or has restrictions, contact the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet before making the change to confirm there are no holds on your record that would prevent renewal or reissuance.
If you have a hazmat endorsement on your CDL, an address change does not affect it. Your endorsement remains valid as long as your CDL is valid.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get my new license after changing my address online?
Kentucky mails replacement licenses within 7 to 10 business days after you submit an online change. Your old license stays valid until the new one arrives, so you do not need to rush to a licensing office.
Do I have to change my address on my driver's license if I move?
Kentucky does not have a legal important date, but your license should reflect your current address. An outdated address can cause problems during traffic stops and may delay official mail from the state.
Can I change my address if my license is expired?
No. You must renew your license first, then change the address. You can renew online, by mail, or in person depending on how long your license has been expired and your age.
What if I moved out of state but still have a Kentucky license?
You should get a driver's license from your new state. If you still have a Kentucky address on file and move to another state, update your address with Kentucky or surrender your license to avoid confusion with law enforcement.
Is there a fee to change my address on my Kentucky driver's license?
There is no fee if you change your address online or by mail. If you change it in person at a licensing office, you will pay a replacement license fee, typically under $20.