To obtain a DL, you must: Be at least 16 years old. Have held your instruction permit for at least 6 months. Provide proof of completion of driver education and driver training.
Teen drivers wishing to apply for a provisional permit must be between 151⁄2 and under 18 years old. To receive a provisional permit the teen driver must pass a vision exam and a traffic laws test.
Applicants between 15 1⁄2 and 17 1⁄2 years old must prove one of the following requirements.
You have 12 months after getting your permit to complete all required steps toward qualifying for a driver’s license. Missing the deadline means repeating all steps to get another learner’s permit. The permit exams consist of 40 questions.
To apply for a provisional instruction permit if you’re at least 15 1⁄2, have your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) sign the application.
How to get a driver’s license in California if you are over 18?
You don’t have to take a driver’s education course. To get your permit: Provide identity proof. Pass the written test. Pay a $33 fee. After that, start practicing with your permit!
Here are the steps to get your license if you’re over 18:
Take driver’s education classes to become a capable driver. Apply for a learner’s permit. Get enough driving practice. Take a road test to get your license.
Even if you’re 18, you’ll still need a permit before your license. Let’s explore programs that can help through this process.
Those over 18 don’t need driver’s education or training, but must get an instruction permit before their California license.
You can get your provisional permit without education/training certificates if 171⁄2-18; however, you can’t take the test until 18.
To apply for an original license, see a Driver License Examiner with: documentation and valid insurance if taking a test.
You can get your California license at 18 without a permit. Learn how to navigate the process and requirements in this guide.