REINSTATEMENT

Our office is no long permitted to take reinstatement fees. You must may pay your $40 fee at the Department of Transportation Field Office in Burlington (they do not take cash), online at https://dlr.ky.gov/DLR_Web/ or the Transportation Cabinet may process a credit card over the phone at 859-692-5834 or 502-564-1257. All requirements as a result of the suspension must be fulfilled before the driver can be issued a new license. If your license has been suspended for over a year you will also require a three step testing process to be issued a new license.

COST: $40

What do I need to bring?

Your suspended driver’s license

What if I no longer have my license?

You will have to confirm your identity with ONE of the following documents to be issued a new license (we cannot accept anything laminated or photocopied):

Birth Certificate (Original or State Certified with the raised embossed seal)

Social Security Card

Passport

Any OFFICIAL United States or State of Kentucky document with your full name and social security number visible (ex. W2, military documentation)

Step 1 – Apply for the reinstatement at the Independence branch (or Covington if no testing is required).

Step 2 – Pass the written test administered at the testing facility in Independence on 1655 Delaware Crossing.

Step 3 – Pay for your new license. (SEPARATE FEE BASED ON LICENSE TYPE – RENEWAL OR DUPLICATE)

Kenton County Driver’s License Branches:

Independence Branch:
1655 Delaware Crossing
Independence, KY 41051
Phone: (859) 356-5925
Fax: (859) 356-0942
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (testing closed 11:45-12:30PM and testing ends at 3:30 PM)
Payment Options – Cash, Check, Debit Card or Credit Card.
There is an additional third-party fee for debit or credit card transactions.

State Police Testing Center
1655 Delaware Crossing
Independence, KY 41051
Phone: (844) 253-5680
Hours: Monday – Friday 8AM – 3:30 PM (Closed 11:45-12:30PM)

Kenton County Building- Permanently Closed