ELIZABETHTOWN – In a move aimed at enhancing services and providing a better experience for residents, the Elizabethtown Driver Licensing Regional Office has officially relocated to its new address at 916 N. Mulberry St.
The new facility, which opened its doors today, is attached to the offices for the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, promising a more efficient workspace and improved guest experience.
The new location offers increased parking and a larger reception area, addressing concerns from the previous temporary office at 1055 N. Mulberry St. – the former Kentucky State Police post – which served approximately 5,000 Kentuckians each month.
Operating hours for the Elizabethtown office are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern Time. Appointments at any regional office are available at drive.ky.gov, while walk-in customers are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
The relocation also impacts driver testing services in Hardin County, which will now be conducted at the new location with a separate entrance to streamline processing. Kentucky State Police will continue to handle driver testing services, and applicants requiring written or skills testing must schedule an appointment at kentuckystatepolice.gov/driver-testing.
Residents are encouraged to explore various options, such as online scheduling for office appointments and online or mail-in license renewal, providing convenience that was not available under Kentucky’s previous system. The release highlighted the option for residents to choose between a standard-issue or REAL ID-compliant credential, valid for four or eight years.
First-time REAL ID applicants are required to visit any Kentucky Transportation Cabinet regional office in person, presenting proof of identity, residence, and Social Security. For a personalized list of required documents, applicants can visit realidky.com.
With the U.S. Department of Homeland Security setting May 7, 2025, as the deadline for requiring a REAL ID or other verified identification for boarding a commercial airliner, entering a U.S. military base, or accessing a federal building, the relocation aims to streamline the process and make necessary services more accessible for residents in the region.