Verified Arkansas DMV information in one place: 118 office locations with hours and ratings, real fee amounts, REAL ID rules, and how to renew a license or book a visit.
Arkansas has 118 driver services and revenue offices, from Little Rock to Fayetteville. Both driver licenses and vehicle registration fall under the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA). For official transactions and forms, always use dfa.arkansas.gov/driver-services.
A Class D driver's license in Arkansas costs $40 for an 8-year credential. Renewals can be started online, but a first-time REAL ID must be completed in person at a revenue office.
REAL ID is available at all Arkansas revenue offices and adds about $10 when transferring an existing expiration date (or $40 for a full 8-year term). First-time REAL ID applicants must appear in person with documents proving identity, a Social Security number, and two documents proving Arkansas residency.
Tick each item as you gather it. Bring original documents — photocopies are not accepted.
Vehicle registration and titling are handled by DFA's Office of Motor Vehicle, with many renewals available online through the state's MyDMV portal. Vehicle registration in Arkansas is handled by Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration - Office of Motor Vehicle.
New drivers must pass a written knowledge test and a road skills test; the driving test is administered by the Arkansas State Police at designated locations.
Some revenue office visits can be scheduled or managed online through the Arkansas MyDMV portal, though walk-ins are common. Schedule online at dfa.arkansas.gov/office/mydmv.
| Transaction | Fee |
|---|---|
| Driver's license (original/renewal) | $40 |
| ID card | $5 |
| REAL ID (if extra) | $10 |
Fees verified against the official Arkansas DMV website in August 2026. Fees can change — confirm at dfa.arkansas.gov/office/driver-services/licenses-ids-permits.
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Arkansas DMV offices are spread across roughly 97 cities. The largest concentrations:
Individual city and office pages are being added state by state. Check back soon.
A Class D license costs $40 for an 8-year credential; a REAL ID-compliant version adds roughly $10 when keeping the current expiration date.
Many services are available online through MyDMV, and some offices allow appointment scheduling, but walk-ins are widely accepted.
You must appear in person with proof of identity, your Social Security number, and two documents proving Arkansas residency.
A state identification card costs $5 regardless of whether it is standard or REAL ID.
Verified links to the official Arkansas government agencies. Always confirm requirements and fees on these sites before visiting.