
Restricted License Insurance — Kansas
Kansas requires 25/50/25 liability coverage and is a no-fault state.
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Kansas at a Glance
25/50/25
Minimum liability limits, in thousands of dollars (per person / per accident / property)
No-fault
Each driver's own policy pays their injuries first, whoever caused the crash
Required
PIP and Uninsured motorist coverage must be on every policy
$100
State license reinstatement fee
Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026
Minimum Coverage Requirements in Kansas
Kansas operates under a tort liability system requiring all drivers to carry minimum 25/50/25 liability coverage and continuous proof of insurance. The Kansas Department of Revenue enforces SR-22 filing requirements for license reinstatement after suspension, including restricted license issuance. Kansas restricted license programs require district court petition in most counties, SR-22 filing before permit issuance, and ignition interlock device installation for alcohol-related suspensions.
Liability Insurance
SR-22 Certificate of Financial Responsibility
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
Ignition Interlock Device Restricted License Coverage
Non-Owner SR-22 Insurance
What Drivers Pay in Kansas
$202–$421/mo
Typical monthly rate in Kansas, high-risk drivers after a DUI
Rate data: ValuePenguin and Insurify, 2026
What Affects Your Rate
- Kansas specialist carriers including Progressive, The General, and Direct Auto accept restricted license applicants while State Farm and Farmers typically decline new restricted license policies in Kansas.

Get Insured on Your Restricted License
Get My Restricted License Insurance QuoteIf your license is suspended
Restricted driving privileges (KDOR modification of suspension)
A restricted license is available while suspended.
A coverage lapse is reported
The state can act when your insurance lapses.
Source: state DMV, insurance department and statute records, verified July 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between SR-22 and a restricted license in Kansas?
SR-22 is proof of insurance your carrier files with the Kansas Department of Revenue — it is not a license. A restricted license is the actual driving permit issued by Kansas after suspension, allowing you to drive for approved purposes like work and medical appointments. You must have active SR-22 filing before the district court will approve your restricted license petition, and the SR-22 must remain active for the entire filing period or your restricted license is suspended immediately.
Can I drive to work with a Kansas restricted license?
Yes, Kansas restricted licenses approve work-related driving including commute to and from employment, driving during work hours if your job requires it, and travel to court-ordered programs. The district court order specifies approved routes, days, and hours — driving outside approved purposes or times is a criminal violation carrying up to 1 year jail time and permanent license revocation in Kansas.
How long does SR-22 filing last in Kansas after DUI?
Kansas requires SR-22 filing for 3 years after DUI conviction for first offense, measured from conviction date not reinstatement date. Second or subsequent DUI convictions require 5 years SR-22 filing. If your SR-22 lapses at any point during the filing period due to policy cancellation or non-payment, the Kansas Department of Revenue suspends your license immediately and you must restart the full filing period from the date of reinstatement.
Coverage Types
SR-22 Insurance
Certificate of financial responsibility filed electronically by your carrier to the Kansas Department of Revenue proving continuous minimum coverage. Required before restricted license approval and throughout the filing period.
Non-Owner SR-22 Insurance
Liability-only policy for Kansas drivers who do not own a vehicle but need SR-22 filing to maintain restricted license status or prepare for full reinstatement.
Ignition Interlock Device Coverage
Kansas district courts order IID installation for alcohol-related restricted licenses. Device prevents vehicle start if breath alcohol exceeds 0.025 BAC. Monthly monitoring required.
Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Covers your injuries when an at-fault driver has no insurance. Kansas requires carriers to offer this coverage unless you reject it in writing on a specific form at policy inception.
High-Risk Auto Insurance
Specialized coverage for drivers with suspended license history, DUI convictions, or lapsed SR-22 filing. Accepts restricted license applicants standard carriers decline.
Full Coverage Auto Insurance
Combines liability, collision, comprehensive, and uninsured motorist coverage. Kansas tort system allows injured parties to sue beyond policy limits — higher limits protect personal assets.