Driver License Division
Frequently Asked Questions
Driver License
What Forms of ID do I need if I lost my license?
What do I need for a first time driver license?
Do I have to have a Utah ID to obtain a Utah license?
How early can I renew my driver license?
Can I get an adult license prior to my 21st birthday?
May my child drive in your state on an out-of-state learner's permit?
How long do I have to switch my license from another state?
I've lost my out-of-state license, now what?
Can I get a Utah license if my driving status in another state is "not valid"?
If I am under 18 and need a duplicate driver license, does my parent need to sign?
To replace a lost UT license you must appear at a licensing office and present 2 forms of positive identification. This applies to duplicate and renewal licenses.
To apply for a first time Utah license you must be at least 16 years old, have held a Utah learner permit for 6 months if under 18 years old, furnish proof of a prior driver license or proof of driver education training, proof of resident address, proof of legal presence (if applicable), and present 2 forms of positive identification.
If the applicant has changed names, a marriage or court document is also required.
A U.S. military issued driver license is accepted with the same requirements as a license issued by a foreign country; in addition to all other licensing requirements, the applicant must pass eye, written, and driving test.
Do I have to have a Utah ID to obtain a Utah driver license?
No; you do not need to have a Utah ID to obtain a Utah driver license.
How early can I renew my Utah driver license?
You may renew your license up to 6 months prior to the expiration date.
Can I get an adult license prior to my 21st birthday?
No; our system will not allow us to issue an adult license until the individual has reached their 21st birthday, even if your 21st birthday falls on a weekend or holiday.
Our family will be traveling through Utah from another state. May my child drive in your state on an out-of-state learner's permit?
Yes; however, your child must be at least 16 years of age and must adhere to the restrictions placed on their permit issued by your state.
Utah law does not have a grace period in which to change an out-of-state driver license to a Utah license. It simply requires a resident to have a valid Utah driver license, when driving in Utah. A person is considered a Utah resident if the person establishes a domicile here, remains here longer than six months, engages in other than seasonal employment; or obtains Utah privileges not ordinarily afforded nonresidents, such as obtaining a driver license, vehicle registration, or placing children in a Utah school etc.
Resident does not include temporary employment, military or religious assignments; or out-of-state students (paying out-of-state tuition.)
To apply in Utah for a license without your out-of-state license, you must furnish positive identification, proof of resident address, and the Utah Driver License Division must be able to verify your current driver license. (We will contact your prior state to verify a "valid" driving status. This check takes a minimum of 24 hours.) You will then have to pass an eye test and written test. If your out-of-state license has lapsed, you may also be required to pass the driving test.
No; you must first clear the license action(s) with the other state(s) before you can apply in Utah.
If I am under 18 and need a duplicate driver license, do I need my parent to sign again for me?
No; once your parent has signed for financial responsibility they will not need to sign again.