For seniors renewing their driver’s licenses in Utah, the state has some specific guidelines and options to be aware of in 2025.
Seniors must generally renew their licenses every five years, provided they have no suspensions, revocations, convictions for reckless driving, or more than four reportable violations within that period. The renewal process typically requires:
- Scheduling an appointment at a Utah DMV office for in-person renewal, as no walk-ins are accepted. At the appointment, seniors must complete a renewal application, pass a vision screening, complete a medical questionnaire, surrender their current license, and pay a renewal fee (usually $25 for general renewals, $27 or similar for seniors).
- Taking a new photograph during the renewal visit to update the license card.
- Depending on eligibility, some seniors qualify for online renewal if they have verified their identity with the DMV and received a renewal letter containing a PIN. The online process requires inputting license details and the PIN, but if ineligible, an in-person visit is mandatory.
- There may be additional medical or vision-related screenings depending on age or health status to ensure safe driving capability.
Utah law does not specify that seniors must take road tests routinely, but medical questionnaires and vision screenings are key renewal components. Seniors should prepare by scheduling their renewal ahead of their license expiration dates and bringing necessary documentation (current license, proof of Utah residency if address changed, medical information if applicable).
In short, Utah seniors renewing their driver’s licenses should plan for a five-year renewal cycle mainly through in-person visits including vision and medical evaluations, but may qualify for online renewals if eligible. It is important to check Utah DMV’s official resources for updated requirements, fees, and appointment scheduling.
This process helps maintain road safety while accommodating seniors’ specific renewal needs.
Sources
[1] https://zutobi.com/us/ut-car/driver-guides/utah-drivers-license-renewal
[2] https://www.nursenextdoor.com/blog/6-tips-elderly-drivers-license-renewals
[3] https://www.iihs.org/topics/older-drivers/license-renewal-laws-table
[4] https://dld.utah.gov/renew-in-person-us-citizen/
[5] https://dld.utah.gov/legislation/
