Drive in New York State with an Out-of-State Permit
Out-of-State Permit
You may drive in New York State with a learner permit issued in another state if
- you are age 16 or older
- your out-of-state learner permit is valid outside the issuing state
- you obey all restrictions of the issuing state and
- the general restrictions for learner permit holders in New York State
- if you are under age 18, the additional restrictions explained in the Graduated Driver License Law
You cannot exchange an out-of-state permit for a New York State learner permit. You must apply for a New York State learner permit at a DMV office if your out-of-state learner permit does not allow you to drive in New York State.
See location, instructions and reservation information for your DMV