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Getting a permit is the first step to get your driver license. You must be 16 or older and must apply in person at a DMV office.

 

Green Light Law

See information on how to apply for a learner permit under New York State's Green Light Law [1].

 

Get your permit

When you apply for a permit, you will need to provide proof of identification and take a written test. 

Get a driver learner permit [2]

Get a motorcycle learner permit [3]


What you need to apply

  • Vision requirements [4]
  • Proofs of identification [5]
  • Fees [6]
  • DMV office locations [7]

 

Prepare for written test

  • Driver's Manual & practice tests [8]

 

Restrictions

  • Permit restrictions [9]
  • Graduated License Law [10] (for drivers under age 18)



Take a road test to get your driver license

After you get your permit, you can drive with certain restrictions [9].

  • Driver training/pre-licensing course [11]
  • Schedule, cancel, or reschedule a road test [12]

 

Existing permit holders

  • Replace permit [13]
  • Change address [14]
  • Check driving status [15]
  • Check permit mailing status [16]
  • Renew permit [17]

 

Resources

  • Find a driving school [18]
  • Younger driver resources [19]
  • Older driver resources [20]
  • Motorcycle Safety Awareness Training [21]
  • Driver medical conditions [22]
  • Military & Veteran resources [23]
  • NY State Address Confidentiality Program for victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual offense, and/or human trafficking [24]
  • NY State Adventure license/permit [25]
  • Information about Enhanced, REAL ID, and Standard permits [26]
  • If a family member has died [27]
  • Resources for non-US citizens [28]