Vision Requirements for Drivers

An eye test is required on all original, renewal, lapsed, and replacement licenses.

Drivers aged 65 and older must pass an eye test upon license renewal.

Need an eye exam for your driver license renewal?

If you are required to have your eyes examined for your online renewal, schedule an appointment for your eye exam at a Driver License Office (the booking queue will say express.)

To pass the eye test, the division requires 20/40 vision and peripheral fields (side vision) of 90 degrees in at least one (1) eye.  If you fail to meet this standard with or without glasses, you will be required to get a vision statement from your eye doctor.

Commercial drivers (CDL) need to have a distant visual acuity of at least 20/40 in each eye without corrective lenses or visual acuity separately corrected to 20/40 or better with corrective lenses, and distant binocular acuity of at least 20/40 in both eyes with or without corrective lenses, a field of vision of at least 70° in the horizontal meridian in each eye.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find a vision form?
Get the vision form.

Where can I find all of the vision guidelines and standards for drivers?
Get information about the vision guidelines.

How can I submit my vision form?
You can submit your form at any Driver License Office, via fax at 801.957.8698, email at [email protected], or mail to PO BOX 144501, SLC, UT 84114

How long does it take for my vision form to be processed once it is sent?
It takes 2 to 3 business days.

If you have more questions, please call our customer service at 801.965.4437 or toll-free at 888.353.4224 Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (excluding holidays.)