{"state":"Kentucky","code":"KY","slug":"kentucky","questionCount":207,"manual":"Kentucky Driver Manual","manualUrl":"https://wp.kentuckystatepolice.ky.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Kentucky-Driver-Manual-09-08-2023.pdf","examFormat":null,"keyFacts":[{"id":"test-fee","label":"Knowledge test fee","value":"The official application guide lists no standalone written-test charge; permit issuance costs $15 standard or $18 REAL ID.","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx","verifiedAt":"2026-10-05"}],"documents":{"applicantScope":"First Kentucky passenger-vehicle learner permit for U.S.-citizen residents ages 15-17 with an assigned Social Security number. Covers standard and REAL ID permits; adults, noncitizens and foster-care applications follow separate requirements.","items":[{"label":"Schedule the KSP written test and bring your documents to the Regional office first","detail":"The myDrive pre-application is optional. After passing KSP testing, return to the Regional office for issuance.","who":"all","group":"application","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx"},{"label":"Bring an original or certified birth certificate","detail":"The under-18 checklist specifically requires a birth certificate; photocopies and hospital birth certificates are not accepted.","who":"all","group":"identity","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx"},{"label":"Bring legal proof of any name, birth-date or gender change","detail":"Bring all applicable certified marriage, divorce or court name-change documents and your updated Social Security card; see the official list for other changes.","who":"all","group":"identity","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Docs/ValidProofDocuments.pdf"},{"label":"Bring your Social Security card","detail":"First-time applicants must bring the card in their current name.","who":"all","group":"ssn","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Docs/ValidProofDocuments.pdf"},{"label":"Bring one Kentucky address proof, or two for REAL ID","detail":"Use an accepted current document. If you have no proof in your name, your parent or guardian may provide theirs to confirm you live together.","who":"all","group":"residency","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx"},{"label":"Bring a parent or legal guardian to sign your application","detail":"The adult must accompany you to testing. If they are not listed on your birth certificate, bring court-ordered custody or guardianship paperwork.","who":"all","group":"minor","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx"},{"label":"Bring TC 94-200 school compliance verification","detail":"Get the form from your school; homeschool and alternative-school students use their local school district. Graduates may bring the listed high-school or GED transcript.","who":"all","group":"education","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx"},{"label":"Bring the permit fee","detail":"The permit costs $15 for standard or $18 for REAL ID.","who":"all","group":"fee","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx"},{"label":"Be ready for the written and vision tests","detail":"Applicants must be at least 15 years old.","who":"all","group":"vision","sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx"}],"sourceUrl":"https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/GDLP.aspx","verifiedAt":"2026-10-05"},"lastReviewed":"2026-10-05","urls":{"hub":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/kentucky","practiceTest":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/kentucky/practice-test","handbook":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/kentucky/handbook","factsJson":"https://qualityspace.com/dmv/states/kentucky/facts.json"}}