Renewing Your License

When to Renew

Renewing your Arkansas driver's license is required every four years. You should remember the date because it is your birthday―but the Office of Driver Services also sends out reminders.

The good news is that you won't need to retake the written or road tests at renewal time. But, you will have to pass the vision screening.

You can renew before your birthday, so schedule some time to get it done because driving with an expired license is against the law.

Where to Renew

Renewing your license is convenient and costs $20. To renew in person, visit one of the Department of Finance & Administration's Office of Driver Services.

You can also renew by mail. First, call the ODS at (501) 682-7059 and ask for an application. The paperwork will be mailed to you, with instructions. Complete the form and include your $20 renewal fee, then mail to:

• Office of Driver Services

• Drivers License Issuance

• Room 2120

• P.O. Box 1272

• Little Rock, AR 72203

Remember to allow enough time for the transaction to be processed and mailed back.

Renewal time is an opportunity to refresh your driving skills by reviewing the driver's manual, including traffic rules and changes to driving laws.

Military Personnel

Each state’s motor vehicle agency will have different renewal policies for drivers in the military. Please proceed to our Drivers in the Military page to find out how to handle your license renewal while you are stationed out of state.