Florida

Your written knowledge exam will be administered on the computer, and you can take it either online remotely or at the FLHSMV office. If you have special needs, such as if you are blind, you can arrange alternate formats with the FLHSMV.

Make sure the FLHSMV is aware of any additional help you may need when scheduling your appointment.

You'll have to apply at a participating Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles office.

Most offices will process driver's license applications, but not all of them. Make sure to check online for the full list of licensing centers.

You take your Florida knowledge test at a participating Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles office.

Not all FLHSMV centers offer knowledge tests. Your best bet is to find an appropriate location online.

You can take the Florida written exam three times online. After that, you'll have to take the test in-person at the FLHSMV.

You can either take your road test directly with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles or with a designated third-party driving school.

FLHSMV tests can be scheduled online while driving schools must be contacted separately.

You can contact the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles by email, phone, or regular mail. Details can be found on the FLHSMV's website.

You can apply for a learner's permit in Florida when you're 15 years old.

While taking your road test, you'll be judged on your ability to:

• Properly wear a seatbelt.
• Make a three-point turn.
• Navigate intersections, including those with pedestrian crossings.
• Understand right-of-way laws.
• Park in a straight-in parking spot.
• Parallel park.
• Safely park on uphill or downhill grades.
• Stop quickly.
• Back up safely, for a distance of at least 50 feet.
• Obey stop signs.
• Obey traffic signals.
• Change lanes safely.
• Use your turn signal.
• Follow traffic from a safe distance.
• Demonstrate proper posture while driving.

While driving with your learner's permit, you will NOT be able to drive:

• After dark for the first 3 months.
• After 10 p.m. after the first 3 months.
• Unless accompanied by a licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old, at any point.

Once you've graduated to your provisional license, restrictions include:

• If you're 16 years old: No unsupervised driving between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• If you're 17 years old: No unsupervised driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

When getting your permit (taking your knowledge exam) if you're under 18, you'll have to bring:

• Proof of your:
  • Identity.
  • Social Security number.
  • Florida address.
• A completed Parented Consent for a Driver Application of a Minor form.

When you're ready to get your license, you'll have to bring the same proof of ID, plus written certification of completing 50 hours of behind-the-wheel practice.

What happens after you pass your FL road test depends on your age.

• If you're under 18: You'll be granted your Florida provisionary license. This is automatically upgraded to your full license once you turn 18.
• If you're 18 or older: You're granted your full Florida license.

To get a learner's permit in Florida, you'll have to pass:

• A hearing exam.
• A vision test.
• The written knowledge exam.

To get your license, you'll have to also pass a driving test.

To earn your Florida driver's license, you'll have to show the proper identification forms, pass a vision and hearing test, pay the fee, and pass your written and driving exams.

If you're under 18 years old, this will give you a Florida provisional license. At this point, you'll have to wait until you're 18, when the license will automatically upgrade to a full license.

If you're 18 or older, once you've completed the above, you'll be issued your full Florida driver's license.

To be eligible for a Florida driving permit, you must:

• Be at least 15 years old.
• Complete a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course.
• Be able to prove your:
  • Identity.
  • Social Security number.
  • Florida residence.
• Pass a:
  • Vision test.
  • Hearing test.
  • Written knowledge exam.
• Have a completed Parented Consent for a Driver Application of a Minor form, if applicable.

To apply for your learner's permit when you're under 18 years old in Florida, you'll need:

• Proof of your:
  • Identification.
  • Social Security number.
  • Florida address.
• A Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course completion certificate.
• A completed Parented Consent for a Driver Application of a Minor form.
• Certification of completing 50 hours of behind-the-wheel practice.

To apply for a Florida learner's permit, you'll have to:

• Be at least 15 years old.
• Complete a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course.

Once that's done, schedule an appointment with your closest FLHSMV office, and bring:

• Proof of your:
  • Identity.
  • Social Security number.
  • Florida address.
• A completed Parented Consent for a Driver Application of a Minor form.

At this appointment, you'll also have to pass several tests, including:

• A vision test.
• A hearing exam.
• Your written knowledge exam.
  • You might find it helpful to practice ahead of time.

Once the tests are passed, fee is paid, and paperwork gone through, you'll be issued your Florida driver's permit.

To apply for a Florida learner's permit, you must:

• Be at least 15 years old.
• Complete a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course.

There is no waiting period to reschedule your Florida driving exam, though you will have to pay a $20 retest fee.

If you fail the test five times, you'll have to wait at least one year before trying again.

There is no official wait period to retake your knowledge test in Florida, though you will have to pay a $10 retest fee.

However, you might want to consider giving yourself enough time to study before retaking the exam. (These free practice tests may help!)

The vehicle you bring for your Florida skills test must have current and valid license plates, insurance and registration.

Your car will also be inspected for:

• Properly-working horn, rear-view mirror, directional signals, steering wheel, brakes, tires, brake lights, and tail lights.
• Windshield wipers on the driver's side.
• Operable headlights when visibility is reduced.
• Any cracked or broken glass that hinders visibility.

Other considerations that could lead to you failing include:

• A vehicle with no doors.
• Front doors that don't open from the inside and outside.
• A vehicle that does not permit the driver to give hand signals when required.
• Jeep-type vehicles without framed canvas or metal doors held by hinges and door latch.
• A vehicle that doesn't meet bumper height requirements.
• A low-speed vehicle.

The Florida written permit test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions that will quiz you on:

• Florida traffic laws.
• Safe driving practices.
• Identifying traffic signals and controls.

Although you can retake the test, this costs time and money, so it's a good idea to practice beforehand.

The Florida written driver's exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions.

All questions will be sourced directly from the Florida Driver's Manual, and focus on Florida traffic laws, safe driving practices, and identifying traffic signals and controls.

Specifically, you'll be expected to know about:

• Seat belt laws.
• Speed limits.
• Vehilce controls.
• Parking restrictions.
• Yielding the right-of-way.
• Headlight use.
• Proper signaling.
• Insurance requirements.
• Lane controls.
• Turns.
• And more!

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles allows you to schedule exams online or over the phone.

To schedule a driving exam with a third-party purveyor, you'll have to contact the driving school directly.

The biggest tip is to practice – and remain calm. The more relaxed you are, the easier it will be to drive.

It's also possible to fail your driving exam before you even get into the car. You'll have to make sure your vehicle is safe, and has:

• Up-to-date insurance and registration. (You'll need to show proof of this.)
• Properly-working:
  • Brake lights.
  • Turn signals.
  • Seat belts.
  • Windshield wipers.
  • Tires.
  • Windows. (No cracks.)

The Florida Driver's Manual is available online. You can also ask your local FLHSMV office for a copy.

Some FLHSMV locations are open on Saturdays, but not all. You'll have to check online when scheduling an appointment.

Since you won't yet be legally allowed to drive yourself anywhere before getting your permit, you'll need to arrive at your Florida permit test appointment with apassenger who has their license and is at least 21 years old.

Reading the Florida Driver's Manual is the best idea to learn the information.

You can also find a number of practice tests online.

Once you're at least 18 years old, there are is no longer a permit process or waiting periods involved.

To get your driver's license in Florida if you're 18 or older, you'll need to:

• Prove your:
  • Identity.
  • Social Security number.
  • Florida residency.
• Pass a:
  • Vision test.
  • Hearing test.
  • Written knowledge exam.
  • Driving test.
• Pay the appropriate fee.

Once you get your Florida driver's permit, you will be able to drive with anyone, provided at least one of your passengers has a license and is at least 21 years old.

Most people can renew their Florida driver's license online.

You can also renew your license in person at the FLHSMV if you schedule an appointment.

In Florida, passing the state's written knowledge exam will earn you a permit.

If you're under 18, you'll then have to:

• Practice on your permit for at least 12 months.
• Complete at least 50 hours of documented behind-the-wheel experience.
  • Includes at least 10 hours at night.

At this point, you can schedule an appointment with the FLHSMV to take your driving test. Once passed, you'll be issued your license.

If you're 18 or older, you'll be able to take your driving test right away.

In Florida, anyone driving without a full license must be accompanied by a passenger who has their license and is at least 21 years old.

If your license was suspended, but you still need to drive, you can apply for a hardship license.

In order to apply, you'll need to request an administrative hearing, where your case will be considered by the FLHSMV. To qualify for a hearing, you'll have to:

• Be enrolled in or complete an Advanced Driver Improvement (ADI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) school.
• Fill out an Application for Hardship/Administrative Hearing.
• Pay the appropriate fees, which may include (but not be limited to):
  • A filing fee.
  • An administrative filing fee.
  • A license reinstatement fee.

You'll be asked on the form to explain why you need your driving privileges. The state will then review your case, and contact you with further details should you qualify.

If you're under 18, to apply for your Florida license, you'll need to:

• Hold your permit for at least 12 months.
  • You can't have any traffic incidents on your permit.
• Have at least 50 documented behind-the-wheel practice hours.
  • At least 10 hours must be at night.
• Pass the driving test.
• Pay the appropriate fee.

If you're relocating to Florida from out-of-state, you have 30 days to switch over your license.

If you're over 18, you'll need to bring proof of your:

• Identification.
• Social Security number.
• Florida address.

You'll also have to bring proof of completing a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course.

If you're driving on a permit in Florida while you're:

• 15 years old, you'll have to always have a passenger with you who's at least 21 years old and has a license.
• 16 years old, you can drive unsupervised EXCEPT between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• 17 years old, you can drive unsupervised EXCEPT between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

If you're driving on a learner's permit in Florida, you will NOT be able to drive:

• When it's dark out, for the first 3 months of holding your permit.
• Past 10 p.m., after the first 3 months.
• Unless accompanied by a licensed passenger who is at least 21 years old.

If you're applying for a student learner's permit, you'll have to fill out a Parented Consent for a Driver Application of a Minor form.

To obtain your license, you'll have to bring proof of practicing at least 50 hours behind the wheel.

If you're renewing your Florida license online, you'll simply need proof of your Social Security number.

If you're renewing your license in person, you'll need to bring proof of your SSN, plus surrender your old license and pass a vision test.

If your address or name has changed since you were last issued your license, you will also need to bring proof of your new name and address.

If you failed your FL road test, you'll need to reschedule to take another test.

There is no waiting period, but you'll have to pay a $20 retest fee.

In the meantime don't panic, practice!

If you don't pass your written test in Florida, you will not be issued your permit. You must retake and pass the written test in order to move on.

Taking a free practice test may be a helpful way to make sure you pass next time!

If you apply for your license through Florida's graduated driver's license program, you can apply for your provisional license after you've had your permit for 12 months. (Usually when you're 16 or 17 years old.) Your license will automatically be upgraded once you turn 18.

Otherwise, you can directly apply for a full Florida driver's license once you turn 18.

Florida driver's licenses are good for 8 years.

You can renew your license as early as 18 months before it's due to expire.

Every first-time license applicant in Florida must complete a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course before applying.

Currently, it costs $48 to renew a regular Florida driver's license.

Fees are subject to change. It's best to check directly with the FLHSMV for the most up-to-date information.

Currently, it costs $48 in Florida for your Class E driver's license. This fee includes the license and permit.

Fees are subject to change, so it's best to check directly with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles for the most up-to-date information.

Currently, it costs $48 for a Florida Class E (regular driver's) license. This includes the cost for the license and permit.

Fees are subject to change, so it's best to check directly with the FLHSMV before your appointment.

Before you apply for your Florida driving permit, you must:

• Be at least 15 years old.
• Complete a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course.

At the same appointment you take your written test, you'll also have to bring:

• Proof of your:
  • Identity.
  • Social Security number.
  • Florida address.
• Certificate of completion for a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course.
• A completed Parented Consent for a Driver Application of a Minor form, if you're under 18 years old.

As long as your license is valid and in good standing (that is, not expired, revoked or suspended), knowledge and road tests are waived. You will simply need to bring the proper ID documents, pass a vision test, and pay a transfer fee to obtain your Florida license.

If your license is not valid, you will need to reapply through the Florida Graduated Driver's License program.

Appropriate documents depend on whether you're a:

• U.S. citizen.
• Immigrant/permanent resident.
• Non-immigrant.

Some common forms of ID include a:

• U.S. birth certificate or passport.
• Certificate of Naturalization or Certificate of Citizenship.
• Valid alien registration card.

More information can be found through the Florida DHSMV.

Yes, every question on the test is multiple choice.

Yes.

You will have to complete a Florida Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course before applying.

Yes.

If you're under 18 and driving on your Florida learner's permit, there is NO driving:

• After dark for the first 3 months.
• After 10 p.m. after the first 3 months.
• Unless accompanied by a licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old, at any point.

Other restrictions include if you're driving on your provisional license and:

• You're 16 years old no unsupervised driving between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• You're 17 years old no unsupervised driving between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.

Yes. You'll have to pass a vision test at the same appointment as your written exam in order to get your permit.

Yes. You can schedule your Florida knowledge test online.

Yes. Florida driver's licenses can be easily renewed online. You should receive your updated license within 7-10 business days.

Yes, you should bring a parent, legal guardian, or licensed driver 21 years old or older with you to your test.

No. In Florida, you can only renew your driver's license in-person at the FLHSMV or online.

No. Your photo will be taken at whichever FLHSMV office you go to when you're issued your permit.

No. Unfortunately, Florida does not recognize driving permits issued by other states.

If you're just visiting, you will not be able to legally drive there. If you plan on relocating, you'll have to apply for a license through the Florida Graduated Driver's License program.

No. There is no requirement to pass a drug test before being issued your Florida driving permit.

No. The Florida written exam is not open book, which is why it's especially important to study or take a practice test beforehand.

No. Once you pass the written exam, you'll be eligible to take the FL road test.

No. In Florida, you do not need to re-take the eye exam when renewing your license. (In fact, the state allows you to renew your license online.)

No. A medical physical exam is not required to get a regular Florida driver's license.

No. The only other person in the car with you at the time of the test will be the instructor.

However, if you're not yet fully licensed, you must have a licensed passenger at least 21 years old with you on the way to your road test.

If you're under 18 years old, you'll have to have your permit for at least 12 months before you can take your road test.

If you're 18 years old or older, you can take your road test right away even at the same appointment where you take your knowledge test.

If you have no intention of permanently relocating to Florida, there's no limit on how long you can drive on your out-of-state license, as long as the license is valid and in good standing.

If you're in the state for a temporary living situation, including for school or seasonal housing rentals, you do not need a Florida license and should be able to drive on your out-of-state license.

(If you do plan on relocating to Florida, however, you have 30 days after you move to switch your license.)

The biggest mistake people make is taking the test for granted.

While it's not necessarily designed to be tricky, it can be difficult if you don't study the laws. Make sure to give yourself enough time to study the Florida Driver's Manual and take some free practice tests in order to give yourself the best chance possible for passing.

The Florida permit test consists of 50 questions. You must get at least 40 questions right in order to pass.

There are 50 total questions on the Florida permit exam, all of which are multiple choice.

Questions will cover Florida traffic laws, safe driving practices, and identifying traffic signs and controls.

Florida requires all motorists to carry two types of auto insurance:

• Personal injury protection (PIP) coverage worth at least $10,000.
• Property damage liability, worth at least $10,000.

The Florida written knowledge exam has 50 questions, and you will need to answer at least 40 of them correctly in order to pass.