Driver’s License for All

How to Get a Driver’s License

✔ Study for the written exam and prepare your required documents
– Read the driver’s manual
– Documents must be in English or translated with a certificate of translation form.
– Proof of legal presence is no longer needed after October 1, 2023
✔ Make an appointment online for your class D knowledge (written) test.
– Appointments are required to apply
✔ Attend your appointment and pass your written test.
– The written test is available in nine languages
– If you use. a third party proctor, you will need to visit DVS to complete the application to get a permit and take your photo for your permit.
– Receive a driving permit after passing the written test.
– A vision test is required after passing the written test and before a permit is issued.
✔ Practice driving for three to six months before a road test can be taken.
– Six months for ages 18 and younger; three months for ages 19 and older.
– Review the manual for permit restrictions.
✔ Make an appointment online to take the skills (road) test.
– Bring a vehicle in safe working condition with proof of insurance and your permit to your appointment.
– Insurance does not have to be in your name, but must be for the vehicle.
✔ After passing your road test, your photo will be taken before issuing your driver’s license.
– A paper temporary driver’s license will be given until the card arrives in the mail.
– Driver’s license cards can take up to 6 weeks to arrive in the mail.