Starting in 2025, Kentuckians will be required to do vision screenings when they go to renew their driver’s licenses.
That’s due to passage of House Bill 439 during the 2021 session of the Kentucky General Assembly, where the move was made in order to promote road safety by ensuring that all drivers maintain good vision throughout their driving career.
Vision screenings will be completed at no cost at any Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Driver Licensing Regional Office at the time of renewal, or drivers have the option of having a vision exam conducted by their usual vision specialist. Starting in 2025, upon request, the medical professional will complete an approved state-issued form that they will give to the patient if they pass. The patient may bring the form to their license renewal visit if the form and exam were completed within 12 months of the license renewal visit. The driver will not need to take a vision screening at a regional office.
If driver does not pass the vision screening, they will be advised to see a vision specialist for corrective measures before the license renewal continues.
If you already wear glasses or other corrective devices, you are encouraged to bring them with you—as standard, if you complete the vision screening wearing glasses, that will be noted on your license.