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New York Drivers License Information

To get your drivers license in New York, you need to apply for a Class D which is also called an Operator drivers license.

New York Drivers License Requirements

18 years and under

  • Class D

    • You must be at least 16 years old.

  • Learner's Restricted 

    • You must be at least 15 years of age or would like to learn how to drive.

  • Intermediate License

    • You must 16 years old and possess a Learner's License for a minimum of 1 year.

18 years and over

  • Class D

New York Drivers Ed

First time applicants must compete a traffic law and substance abuse education course. 

Visit our new york drivers ed page for more information on New York driver education.

Tests Required

18 years and under

  • Learner's Restricted

    • Road Rules
    • Road Signs
    • Vision
    • Hearing

  • Class E

    • Road Rules
    • Road Signs
    • Vision
    • Hearing

18 years and over

  • Class E

    • Road Rules
    • Road Signs
    • Driving
    • Vision
    • Hearing

Fee

Fees vary on age and time of drivers license application. 
Fees range from $64.25 (for 21 and older) up to $92.50 (for 17 years old)
 
For complete Fees SIGN IN HERE

Documents needed to get your New York Drivers License

  • Proof of Identity

  • Proof of Social Security Number

  • Proof of Residential Address

    • These can include:
      • Mortgage payments, 
      • Florida Voter Registration Card, 
      • Vehichle Registration or Title, 
      • Boat Registration or Title, 
      • A statement from a parent legal guardian or person whom you reside, 
      • Homeowners insurance policy
      • Automobile insurance policy.

Note: If you are not a citizen of the USA

You must present proof of legal presence.

New York DMV Office

Go to your New York DMV Office in order to take your required tests. You can use our locator to find the office that is closest to you.

Take the New York Drivers License Test

At this point you need to make sure that you have prepared and studied all of the material for the written test. You can find the New York Driver Test handbook here. 

Buy a Car and Get Auto Insurance

Auto insurance is required by law in most states. Click HERE to get started and we'll help you find the lowest rates in your state.

Take the Driving Test

Your last step is to show up to your local New York DMV Office and take the driving test.