Ohio

Yes. Ohio follows a graduated driver's license (GDL) system, which allocates different driving responsibilities over a period of time.

While practicing on your permit, you will only be able to drive while accompanied by certain people, including:

• If you're under 16: Your parent or legal guardian only.
• If you're 16 or 17: A fully-licensed driver who's at least 21 years old.

If you're under 18 and practicing on your permit, you will also only be allowed to drive between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m., unless:

• Accompanied by one of the above approved passengers.

OR

• Driving to work, church, school, or a school event.

If you're under 18 and driving on your probationary license, you can only have 1 passenger who is not a member of your immediate family, unless accompanied by that person's parent or legal guardian.

After passing the Ohio road test, you'll be eligible to receive your license.

If you're under 16, you will only be allowed to drive with a parent or guardian while practicing on your permit.

Otherwise, while using an OH permit, you'll be able to drive with any fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.

Once you earn your Ohio learner's permit, you will automatically be eligible to drive with your parents.

As long as you successfully pass the driving exams, sign the proper paperwork, and pay the fee, you'll be issued your license after applying.

You'll have to apply at a participating Driver and Vehicle Services 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.

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 Ohio BMV.

The type of acceptable documents depend on whether you want a regular license or a REAL ID.

Regardless, you'll need to bring:

• Proof of your:
  • Full name.
  • Date of birth.
  • Ohio address.
  • Social Security number.
  • Legal presence in the United States.
• Your temporary instruction permit identification card.

The vehicle you're testing in will also require documentation, including proof of valid:

• Insurance.
• Registration.

To apply for your license when you're under 18 in Ohio, you'll need:

• Proof of your:
  • Full name.
  • Date of birth.
  • Social Security number.
  • Ohio residence.
  • Legal presence in the United States.
• The Completion Certificate for your Driver's Education program.
• A driving log certifying at least 50 hours of behind-the-wheel practice.
• Your valid TIPIC.

The parent or legal guardian signing on your behalf will also need to bring in the same type of identifying documents.

The vehicle you're testing in will also require documentation, including proof of valid:

• Insurance.
• Registration.

You can upgrade your probationary license to a full license once you turn 18, as long as you have no traffic violations.

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

• Successfully pass a:
  • Vision exam.
  • Knowledge test.
  • Driving skills exam.
• Show proof of your:
  • Full name.
  • Date of birth.
  • Ohio residency.
  • Social Security number.
  • Legal presence in the United States.
• Pay the driver's license fee.

If you're under 18 and using the state's graduated license system, you'll have to practice on your permit for at least 6 months before you can take the driving test.

If you're 18 or older and applying for a first-time license, there is no required waiting period.

If your license has been suspended or revoked in Ohio, it may be possible to apply limited driving privileges, which will allow you to drive in certain specific circumstances.

To obtain a restricted license in Ohio, you'll have to petition the county which issued the revocation.

This process involves:

• Paying fines.
• Submitting proof of financial responsibility from your insurance carrier.
• Providing proof of need from your employer, school, or physician.

Successfully petitioning the court for a limited driving privileges is difficult and complicated. The Ohio BMV has more information, but you should also contact your lawyer for further help.

No. You'll only need to pass the written exam once to move on.

First, you'll meet with an examiner, who will make sure you have the proper documentation and your vehicle meets the state's safety standards.

The test will then begin. The Ohio road skills test has two parts: Driving and maneuverability. During both, the examiner will sit in the passenger seat, and judge you on your ability to:

• Stop and start.
• Turn around and back up.
• Perform turns.
• Use the vehicle's turn signals.
• Drive in the correct lane.
• Maintain a safe following distance.
• Maneuver forward through road markers.
• Maneuver backwards through road markers.

You may also be judged on or asked to perform additional tasks.

You must arrive to your test with a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old. If you don't, you will not be able to take the test.

Make sure the vehicle is clean, especially the seat the instructor will be using.

You must also have/bring the following:

• Your valid learner's permit.
• Valid vehicle registration.
• Proof of vehicle insurance.

If you're under 18, you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, who will need to sign paperwork on your behalf.

If you're 18 or older, you must arrive with a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.

The vehicle you take your Ohio, OH road test must meet all state vehicle safety standards, including fully-functioning:

• Steering wheel.
• Tires.
• Wheels and rims.
• Brakes.
• Headlights.
• Tail lights.
• License illuminating light.
• Turn signals.
• Exhaust system.
• Rear view mirror.
• Windshield wipers.
• Horn.

The vehicle must also have valid and up-to-date:

• Registration.
• Insurance.

Take your road test at your closest participating Bureau of Motor Vehicles office.

Currently, permit and licensing fees in Ohio include:

• Driver's license, age 16: $25.75.
• Driver's license, age 17: $24.50.
• Driver's license, age 18: $23.25.
• Driver's license, age 19: $22.
• Driver's license, age 20: $20.75.
• Driver's license, age 21+:
  • 4-year license: $24.50.
  • 8-year license: $48.

Fees are subject to change, so it's best to check directly with the OH Bureau of Motor Vehicles for the most up-to-date information.

The Ohio Driver's Manual is available online. You can also ask your local OH BMV office for a copy.

In Ohio, you must be at least:

• 15 Âœ  years old to apply for a permit.
• 16 years old to apply for a probationary driver's license.
• 18 years old to apply for a full license.

Currently, permit and licensing fees in Ohio include:

• Driver's license, age 16: $25.75.
• Driver's license, age 17: $24.50.
• Driver's license, age 18: $23.25.
• Driver's license, age 19: $22.
• Driver's license, age 20: $20.75.
• Driver's license, age 21+:
  • 4-year license: $24.50.
  • 8-year license: $48.

Fees are subject to change, so it's best to check directly with the OH Bureau of Motor Vehicles for the most up-to-date information.

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

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

Yes. If you're under 18, a parent or legal guardian will have to sign paperwork on your behalf at this appointment.

To apply for your learner's permit in Ohio, you'll need to bring in proof of your:

• Full name.
• Date of birth.
• Social Security number.
• Ohio residence.
• Legal presence in the United States.

The parent or legal guardian with you must also bring in the same type of identifying documents.

You can apply for your Ohio learner's permit once you turn 15 œ years old.

Before you can apply for your OH temporary instruction permit identification card (TIPIC), you must be at least 15 œ years old.

At that point, you can start the process by scheduling an appointment with your closest participating BMV office and:

• Bringing proof of your:
  • Full name.
  • Date of birth.
  • Social Security number.
  • Ohio residence.
  • Legal presence in the United States.
• Passing the:
  • Vision test.
  • Written driving test.

Your parent or guardian will also have to be with you to sign paperwork on your behalf.

Once the paperwork is filed, tests passed, and fee paid, you'll be issued your learner's permit.

The Ohio written driver's exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. General topics include:

• Ohio traffic laws.
• Safe driving practices.
• Identifying traffic signs and signals by:
  • Shape.
  • Color.
  • Symbol.
• Identifying paving markings.

All questions will be sourced directly from the OH Driver's Manual, though you may also want to study with a free practice test.

No. You will not need to pass a Driver's Ed course to earn your OH permit. However, you will need to pass one before you can take your driving skills exam.

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

You can also find a number of practice tests online.

Yes. You'll have to pass a vision test to earn your OH driver's license.

No. A physical exam is not required for an Ohio driver's license. However you will be asked to honestly answer questions about your health on the driver's license application.

You must arrive to the appointment with a parent or legal guardian.

You can contact the Ohio, OH Bureau of Motor Vehicles by:

• Email.
• Phone.
• Regular mail.

Details can be found on the OH Bureau of Motor Vehicle's website.

You can apply for your learner's permit in Ohio once you turn 15 œ.

While practicing on your permit, you will only be able to drive while accompanied by certain people, including:

• If you're under 16: Your parent or legal guardian only.
• If you're 16 or 17: A fully-licensed driver who's at least 21 years old.

If you're under 18 and practicing on your permit, you will also only be allowed to drive between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m., unless:

• Accompanied by one of the above approved passengers.

OR

• Driving to work, church, school, or a school event.

If you're under 18 and driving on your provisional license, you can only have 1 passenger who is not a member of your immediate family, unless accompanied by that person's parent or legal guardian.

While practicing on your permit, you will only be able to drive while accompanied by certain people, including:

• If you're under 16: Your parent or legal guardian only.
• If you're 16 or 17: A fully-licensed driver who's at least 21 years old.

If you're under 18 and practicing on your permit, you will also only be allowed to drive between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m., unless:

• Accompanied by one of the above approved passengers.

OR

• Driving to work, church, school, or a school event.

To earn your permit in Ohio, you (and your parent or guardian) will need to fill out an official application, which will be given to you by the BMV.

To get your Ohio driver's license, you'll have to pass:

• A vision exam.
• The written test.
• A driving skills test.

If you're under 18 and applying for a first-time license in Ohio, you'll have to pass a state-approved Driver's Ed course before you can apply for your probationary license.

Before you're eligible to apply for a Ohio learner's permit, you must be at least 15 œ years old.

Before you're eligible to apply for an Ohio provisional license, you must:

• Be at least 15 Âœ years old.
• Practice for at least 6 months on your permit.
• Log at least 50 hours of behind-the-wheel practice.
  • At least 10 hours must be at night.
• Pass a state-approved Driver's Ed course.
• Pay the driver's license fee.

Yes. If you're applying for an Ohio license renewal in-person, you'll have to pass a vision test.

Yes. Ohio allows residents to renew their license by mail if they are:

• Temporarily out-of-state during the renewal window.
• Out of state on active military duty.

The Ohio BMV has more information.

Only residents on active military duty and their dependents can renew an Ohio driver's license online. The BMV website has more information.

To renew your license in Ohio, you'll need to bring in:

• Your current OH license.
• The appropriate fee.

If your license has been expired for more than 6 months, you'll also need to bring proof of your:

• Full name.
• Date of birth.
• Social Security number.
• Ohio residency.
• Legal presence in the United States.

You can renew your Ohio driver's license:

• In-person.
• Through the mail, in limited circumstances.
• Online, if you're out-of-state on active military duty.

The OH BMV's site has more information on these options.

It depends. Ohio licenses are good for either 4 or 8 years.

Regardless, you can renew your license up to 6 months after its official expiration date.

OH license renewals cost:

• $27.25 for a 4-year renewal.
• $53.40 for an 8-year renewal.

Fees are subject to change. You should check with the Ohio BMV before renewing your license for the most up-to-date information.

No. When you take the test, it will only be you and the examiner in the car.

However, you'll have to arrive to the test a fully-licensed passenger who's at least 21 years old.

You can take the Ohio written test as many times as needed in order to pass.

However, if you fail, you'll have to wait at least 1 business day before you can take the test again. Save yourself the time and hassle by studying with a free practice test!

Yes, every question on the test is multiple choice.

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

• Proof of your:
  • Full name.
  • Date of birth.
  • Social Security number.
  • Ohio residence.
  • Legal presence in the United States.

A parent or legal guardian will also have to be present to sign paperwork on your behalf. They must also bring in the same type of identifying documents.

The Ohio written driver's exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. Major topics include:

• Ohio traffic laws.
• Safe driving practices.
• Identifying traffic signs and signals by:
  • Shape.
  • Color.
  • Symbol.
• Identifying paving markings.

All questions will be sourced directly from the OH Driver's Manual, though you may also want to study with a free practice test.

Yes. You can schedule your appointment online.

Some OH BMV locations may be open on Saturdays. You'll have to check online when scheduling an appointment.

Your written knowledge exam will be administered on the computer at the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles office.

If you have special needs or language preferences other than English, you can arrange alternate formats with the OH BMV.

Make sure the Ohio, OH Bureau of Motor Vehicles is aware of any additional help you may need when scheduling your appointment.

You can schedule your driving exam online.

After you pass the permit test, you'll be issued your temporary instruction permit identification card (TIPIC). You must practice on this permit for at least 6 months before you can move on to your provisional license.

You can take the test in person at any participating BMV office.

If you failed your OH road test, you'll have the chance to reschedule and try again.

In the meantime don't panic, practice!

If you failed your Ohio driving skills test, you'll have to wait at least 7 days before you can try again.

Yes. If you fail your written exam, you will have to wait at least 1 day before retesting.

Save yourself the time by taking a free practice test to help you pass the first time!

If you don't pass your written test in OH, you'll have to wait at least 1 business day before you can take another shot.

Practicing with a free practice test can help you pass on the first try!

If you have no intention of permanently relocating to Ohio, there's no limit on how long you can drive on your out-of-state license. This includes anyone in the state for:

• School.
• Active military duty.
• Seasonal housing.

If you do plan on relocating to Ohio permanently, you have 30 days after establishing residency to transfer your license.

Yes. Ohio recognizes out-of-state learner's permits.

Possibly.

If your previous license has been expired for more than 1 year, you will have to take the Ohio written exam and pass a vision test.

If you're moving to Ohio, you have 30 days from establishing residency to transfer your out-of-state 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 OH Driver's Manual and take some free practice tests in order to give yourself the best chance possible for passing.

The Ohio written exam consists of 40 questions, and you must answer at least 30 of them correctly in order to pass.

There are 40 total questions on the OH permit exam, all of which are multiple choice.

Ohio auto insurance minimum requirements include:

• $25,000 for injury/death of one person.
• $50,000 for injury/death of two or more people.
• $25,000 for property damage in an accident.

The OH written knowledge exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. You will be able to get 10 questions wrong and still pass.

Studying with a free practice test may help ensure you get far more questions right than wrong!