License Renewal for Seniors in Nevada : What You Need to Know

For drivers under 65, a Nevada driver’s license is valid for eight years.

Once you turn 65, the renewal period shortens: you must renew your license every four years.

Drivers under 70 can often renew their license online or by mail every other renewal period, as long as eligibility criteria are met.

After age 71, you must generally renew in person at a DMV office at least every other cycle. Mail-in renewal is allowed in certain circumstances (such as if you renewed in person the last cycle and have no new medical conditions), but in-person renewal is required at least once every eight years.

Online renewal is not available for those over 70.

At every renewal for drivers 71 and older, a vision test is mandatory. This test can be completed at the DMV or by your eye doctor using a state-approved certificate.

If there are medical concerns (such as memory, reaction time, or recent accidents), the DMV may require you to provide a medical report or submit to additional testing, regardless of your age.

Knowledge and driving tests are not automatically required based on age alone. However, these may be necessary if there’s evidence of unsafe driving, certain medical conditions, or multiple violations in the last four years.

Depending on your health, the DMV may place restrictions for safe driving, such as:

If family members or doctors are concerned about an older driver’s abilities, they can petition the DMV to require a physical or vision exam and a review of the license. This process is designed to protect both senior drivers and the public.

Seniors benefit from lower renewal fees: four-year renewals cost $17.25 for those 65 and older (compared to $22.50 for under 65).

Written and driving retest fees are generally not required for seniors unless specifically requested after a problematic renewal exam.

Seniors 65+ must renew every four years and, typically after age 71, in person at least once every eight years.

A vision screening is required for each renewal; other tests depend on medical history and DMV discretion.

Some restrictions may be imposed to ensure continued safe driving.

Fees for seniors are reduced, and mail-in renewal is sometimes an option.