The answer is no, unless your driver's license or other form of ID is about to expire.Ĭurrent Kentucky licenses, permits and IDs are valid until their expiration date, said Matt Henderson, Department of Vehicle Regulation commissioner. Our focus is to make the transition as smooth as possible.” Do I need a new ID now? 'It’s important we maintain some flexibility right now as we continue to prepare for a massive statewide redesign of the license program. “As the roll out approaches in each county, we’ll announce the specific date the changes will take effect,' Transportation Secretary Greg Thomas said. So, Kentucky's 120 counties have different dates when the ID options will become available. But the agency is rolling out the new equipment gradually across the state. Initially, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet said the IDs would be available in January. What to know: Here's how you can get a new Kentucky driver's license so you can fly Take this quiz: Which of the new Kentucky licenses do you need? The voluntary travel ID requires more documentation, such as a birth certificate and Social Security card. The state is working to upgrade driver’s licenses, permits and personal IDs to comply with the Real ID Act, a post-9/11 security measure that set standards for identification cards. They'll be available in Bullitt and Hardin counties March 25-29 in Fayette County, March 19-22 Shelby County, April 1-5 Oldham County, April 8-12 and Spencer County, April 15-19. In Jefferson County, you'll be able to get a new ID starting March 19-22. Kentucky's new 'voluntary travel ID' - a driver's license that can be used to fly domestically and access restricted federal facilities such as power plants and military bases - will roll out in March and April based on where you live. Watch Video: We answer your questions about the new Kentucky travel ID

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