How do I get my Florida Learner's Permit and Drivers License

FLORIDA EXCLUSIVE: This information is to assist new drivers in the State of Florida.

Teens Under 18

To qualify for a Learner’s Permit, you must meet the following criteria:

1. Must be between 15 and 17 years old
   
2. Completed the DETS Course
   
3. Completed the Learner's Permit Exam 
4. Have the consent of your parent or legal guardian
5. Pass a vision and hearing test at the DMV

Age	Step #1	Step #2	Step #3	Step #4	Step #5	Result
*At least 15 years old	Complete our Driver Education Traffic Safety Course (DETS) REGISTER NOW ESPANOL	Review the Florida Driver's Handbook *Course. REGISTER NOW *ESPANOL	Take the Class E Knowledge exam (Permit Test. REGISTER NOW ESPANOL	Take the driving skills test or present a waiver from an accepted driver's ed course	Make an appointment with the DMV. MAKE APPT.	Get an Immediate License

The earliest that you can be issued a learner's permit is 15 years old, as long as you have completed the TLSAE and Class E Knowledge Exam. (Statute 322.1615)

Requirements to get your permit:

1. At least 15 years old
   
1. If under 18 years old, must have a signed/notarized Parental Consent Form
   
2. Proof of Driver Education Traffic Safety (DETS) Course completion
3. Pass a vision and hearing test – testing is conducted in the DMV service center
   
4. Record of passing the Class E Knowledge Exam
   
5. Documents to establish proof of identity, proof of social security number, and proof of residential address.
   (https://www.flhsmv.gov/driver-licenses-id-cards/what-to-bring/ provides a list of acceptable documents based on your residency status.)

Get the full English Bundle and Save $$

Click here for the ENGLISH Bundle shown below. It includes:

1. Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (Required)
   
2. Florida Unlimited Practice Test
   
3. Florida Handbook Course (English only)
   
4. Florida Permit Exam

Get the full Spanish Bundle and Save $$

Click here for the SPANISH Bundle shown below. It includes:

1. Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (Required)
   
2. Florida Unlimited Practice Test
   
3. Download the Florida Handbook Course (Spanish) to prepare
   
4. Florida Permit Exam
   

18 years old or older

Age	Step #1	Step #2	Step #3	Step #4	Step #5	Result
18 years or older	Complete our Traffic Law & Substance Abuse (TLSAE)course  REGISTER NOW	Review the Florida Driver's Handbook	Take the Class E Knowledge exam  (must complete at DMV)	Take the driving skills test or present a waiver from an accepted driver's ed course	Make an appointment with the DMV. MAKE APPT.	Class E Driver's License

With an intermediate license, you can drive without an adult. On your 18th birthday, the intermediate license will automatically update to a full Class E Driver's License. You do not need to go to the DMV to update it.

Get the full Adult English Bundle and Save $$

Click here for the English Bundle shown below. It includes:

1. Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (Required)
   
2. Florida Handbook Course
   
3. Florida Unlimited Practice Test
   

Get the full Adult Spanish Bundle and Save $$

Click here for the SPANISH Bundle shown below. It includes:

1. Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (Required)
   
2. Florida Handbook Course
   
3. Florida Unlimited Practice Test
   

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