Montana Driver License Information for Seniors

Renewal Cycle

8-year renewal cycle for ages 21-67

Tests

Vision test at renewal.

Vision Tests

20/40 in better eye for no restrictions; 20/70 in better eye with restrictions on daylight and speed; 20/100 in better eye possible restricted license if need is shown.

Special Requirements

For ages 68-74, renewal cycle reduced to 1-6 years. At age 75, renewal cycle reduced to 4 years.

Accelerated Renewal

4 years for drivers 75 and older.

OtherProvisions

None that are safety related.

DMV Website

http://www.doj.mt.gov/driving/

Additional Information

What to do if you think a Senior should not be driving: Caregiverlist's Safe Driving Checklist

AARP Driver Safety Courses: as car features and driving laws change, this is an effective way to polish up on defensive driving techniques. Visit AARP's website to find a senior driver safety course near you.

If you are having difficulty addressing safe driving with your parents or grandparents or senior loved one, know that you are not the first to have this challenge. We share the humor of South Park with you from this television show's episode, called "Grey Dawn".

Geriatric Care Managers: you may want a third-party senior care professional to assist you with addressing the issue of driving with your senior loved one. Geriatric Care Managers (GCM's) are trained in how to manage issues around aging with seniors and their family members to achieve a positive outcome.