new ohio drivers license - OH
Ohio Drivers License Information
To get your drivers license in Ohio, you need to apply for a regular Class D drivers license. You must have an Ohio license immediately upon establishing Ohio residency. There is no grace period! You must carry your license at all times.
Ohio Drivers License Requirements
18 years and under
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Temporary Permit
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You must be between at least 15 years and 1/2 old.
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Must drive with Parent or Legal Guardian.
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(For complete details and to get your Permit, please SIGN IN HERE)
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Probationary driver license
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You must be between at least 16 years old.
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Must have held Temporary Permit (see above) for at least six (6) months.
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Must have ohio drivers ed.
18 years and over
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Full Class D Drivers License
For complete details and Restrictions and to GET your Ohio drivers license, please SIGN IN HERE
Ohio Drivers Ed
Visit our ohio drivers ed page for more information on Ohio driver education.
Tests Required
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Vision Exam
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Written Exam
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Driving Exam
Test requirements vary by age and depending on whether you've previously held a license in another state.
For complete details and to GET your Ohio license, please SIGN IN HERE
Fee
New Driver's License
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Fees start at $24.25 and go up to $23.00
Fees depend on your age. For complete Fees SIGN IN HERE
Temporary Permit Packet
Documents needed to get your Ohio Drivers License
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Proof of Identity (Primary Documents)
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A few examples:
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Birth Certificate (Certified or original and must contain gender)
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U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card (must be active)
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Proof of Identity (Secondary Documents)
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A few examples:
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Credit Card
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Health Insurance Card (must be active)
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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For Minors (Under 18)
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Parent or Legal Guardian must accompany the driver.
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Proof of Legal Presence
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A few examples:
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U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card (must be active)
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U.S. Naturalization Document
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Proof of Residency (must include Ohio street address)
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Automobile or Life Insurance Policy (must be active)
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Bank Statement (must be within the last sixty (60) days)
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Social Security Number
Ohio DMV Office
Go to your Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio 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 Ohio DMV Office and take the driving test.