Low Vision Restricted Driver’s Licenses
If you do not meet the vision standards for a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania driver's license, you may qualify for a restricted (low vision) license. A restricted license allows you, as the driver, to drive during daylight hours on Pennsylvania roadways other than freeways.
Eligibility
- Have a visual acuity of less than 20/70 combined vision, but at least 20/100 combined vision with best correction
- 120 degrees field vision in the horizontal meridian
- Qualify with a recommendation from an optometrist or physician.
Contact
Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
Riverfront Office Center
1101 South Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104
Telephone: 1-800-932-4600 (Toll free)
Long-Term Living Helpline: 1-866-286-3636