new pennsylvania drivers license - PA
Pennsylvania Drivers License Information
To get your drivers license in Pennsylvania, you need to apply for a noncommercial Class C drivers license. You must have a Pennsylvania license within sixty (60) days of establishing residency and you must give up any drivers license from another state. You must have your Pennsylvania license with you at all times.
Pennsylvania Drivers License Requirements
18 years and under
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Learner's Permit
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A few of the requirements:
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You must be at least 16 years old.
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Parent or Legal Guardian signature.
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You must keep this permit for at least six (6) months.
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Sixty five (65) hours of driving experience.
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For complete details and to get your Pennsylvania Learner's Permit, please SIGN IN HERE
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Driver's License
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You must have had a Pennsylvania Learner's Permit (see above) for at least six (6) months.
18 years and over
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Learner's Permit
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Noncommercial Class C Drivers License
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Take and pass the Vision, Knowledge and Road Test.
For complete details and to GET your Pennsylvania license, please SIGN IN HERE
Pennsylvania Drivers Ed
Visit our pennsylvania drivers ed page for more information on Pennsylvania driver education.
Tests Required
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Vision Test
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Knowledge Test
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Road Test
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 Pennsylvania license, please SIGN IN HERE
Fee
New Driver's License Class C (Non Commercial) + Permit
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4 Year License
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2 Year License (for ages 65 and up)
Fees depend on your age. For complete Fees SIGN IN HERE
Documents needed to get your Pennsylvania Drivers License
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Proof of Identity
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A few examples:
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U.S. Birth Certificate
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U.S. Passport (must be active)
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Social Security Card
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Proof of Pennsylvania Residency
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A few examples:
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Tax Documents / Records
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Weapons Permit (must be active)
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Non U.S. Citizens
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A few examples:
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Green Card (I-551)
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(I-766) Employment Authorization Card
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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For Minors (Under 18)
Pennsylvania Driver License Center
Go to your Pennsylvania Driver License Center in order to take your required tests. You can use our locator to find the office that is closest to you.
Take the Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania Driver License Center and take the driving test.