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

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

Required Course

All new drivers in Florida need to pass the TLSAE (Traffic Law and Substance Abuse) Course.The TLSAE is also known as the Florida Drug and Alcohol Course. This course is required for ANY first time driver, regardless of age. You can take this course as long as you are at least 14 ½. See below for age requirements.

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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

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Click here for the SPANISH Bundle shown below. It includes:
  1. Florida Drug and Alcohol Course (Required)
  2. Florida Unlimited Practice Test
  3. Download Florida Handbook Course (Spanish) to prepare
  4. Florida Permit Exam

Teens Under 18

To qualify for a Learner’s Permit you must meet the following criteria:
  1. Be over 15 years of age
  2. Completed the TLSAE 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

AgeStep #1
Step #2Step #3Step #4Step #5Result
At least
14 1/2 yrs old
Complete our traffic law & substance abuse course.
Review the Florida Driver's Handbook *Course.


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*ESPANOL		Take the Class E Knowledge exam (Permit Test.


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ESPANOL		Take the driving skills test or present a waiver from an accepted drivers ed course
Make an appointment with the DMV.

Call
(850) 617-2000
Get 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 Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) 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.)


Teens 16-17 years old

After having a learner's permit for one year, teens can upgrade their permit into an intermediate license. 

AgeStep #1
Step #2Step #3Step #4Step #5Result
16-17 years oldHold a learner's permit for 1 year.Gain supervised driving experience.Certify that you have 50 hrs behind the wheel (with 10 hrs at night)Take the driving skills test or present a waiver from an accepted drivers ed course
Make an appointment with the DMV.

Call
(850) 617-2000

Be Issued your Full Class E Driver's License.

  1. Requirements to get your Immediate License: 
    1. Hold your Learner's Permit for 1 year 
    2. You must have NO moving violation convictions for one year from when your learner’s license was issued OR you may have one moving violation as long as adjudication was withheld because you completed a Basic Driver Improvement Course. (Statute 322.05)  
    3. Must have a parent, legal guardian or adult over 21 complete the Certification of Minor Driving Experience Form to show that 50 hours of driving experience has been completed, with at least 10 hours of night driving.
    4. Be able to pass a driving test at the DMV


Adults 18+ years old

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.
Age
Step #1
Step #2
Step #3
Step #4
Step #5
Result
18 years or older
Complete our traffic law & substance abuse 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 drivers ed course
Make an appointment with the DMV.

Call (850) 617-2000

Be Issued your Full Class E Driver's License.




Requirements to get Permit or License:

Click here to view the official State Site on WHAT TO BRING.
  1. Proof of the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Course from Florida, another State or Country or Jurisdiction.
    1. US Citizen 
        1. Proof of Identity (Passport, ID with photo)
          1. Proof of Social Security Number (state link)
            1. Social Security Card
            2. W-2 form
            3. Pay check/stub
            4. SSA-1099
            5. Any 1099 (not handwritten)
    1. Immigrant 
        1. Primary Identification (I-551 stamp in passport, I-797, judge order, alien registration/green card, I-94)
        2. Proof of Identity (Passport, ID with photo)
          1. Proof of Social Security Number (state link)
            1. Social Security Card
            2. W-2 form
            3. Pay check/stub
            4. SSA-1099
            5. Any 1099 (not handwritten)
    2. Proof of residential address:
      1. Utility Bill
      2. Deed, mortgage, rent agreement
      3. Automobile payment booklet
      4. Medical Health card
    3. You must have NO moving violation convictions for one year from when your learner’s license was issued OR you may have one moving violation as long as adjudication was withheld because you completed a Basic Driver Improvement Course. (Statute 322.05)