west virginia drivers permit - WV
West Virginia Drivers Permit Information
To get your drivers license in West Virginia, you need to apply for a regular Class E drivers license. You must have a West Virginia license within thirty (30) days of establishing residency.
West Virginia Drivers License Requirements
18 years and under - (Graduated Driver's License - GDL)
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Level 1 Permit - Instruction Permit
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A few of the requirements:
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You must be at least 15 years of age.
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Parent or Legal Guardian permission.
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Must have an adult with you at all times.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Permit, please SIGN IN HERE
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Level 2 License - Intermediate License
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Some of the requirements:
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Must be between 16 and 18 years of age.
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You must complete Level 1 (see above) for at least 180 days.
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Fifty (50) hours of driving experience. Ten (10) must be at night.
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Must have west virginia drivers ed.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Intermediate License, please SIGN IN HERE
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Level 3 License
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Must be at least 17 years of age.
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You must complete Level 2 (see above) for at least twelve (12) months or until you reach 18 years age.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Level 3 License, please SIGN IN HERE
18 years and over
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Instruction Permit - Class E
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Issued to all new drivers.
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Valid for 90 days.
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Must have an adult with you at all times.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Instruction Permit, please SIGN IN HERE
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Regular Class E License
For complete details and to GET your West Virginia license, please SIGN IN HERE
West Virginia Drivers Ed
Visit our west virginia drivers ed page for more information on West Virginia driver education.
Tests Required
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Vision Screening
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Knowledge Examination
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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 West Virginia license, please SIGN IN HERE
Fee
New Driver's License Class E
Level 1 Permit
Level 2 License
Level 3 License
Instruction Permit - Class E
For complete Fees SIGN IN HERE
Documents needed to get your West Virginia 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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For Minors (Under 18)
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Social Security Number
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A few examples:
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Social Security Card
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SSA/1099 Form
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Proof of West Virginia Residency
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A few examples:
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West Virginia Utility Bills
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West Virginia Weapons Permit
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Non-Immigrants
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A few examples:
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Foreign Passport (must be active)
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I-94 Form
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE