Requirements for a Florida learner's license

All items listed below are required.

• Must be at least 15 years old
• If under 18 years old, must have a signed/notarized Parental Consent Form (Step-parents may not sign unless they have legally adopted the minor child.)
• Proof of Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE) course completion for drivers 18 and over.
• Drivers under age 18: As of Aug. 1, 2025, applicants under age 18 are required to complete a 6-hour Driver Education Training Safety Course. The 4-hour TLSAE course is no longer accepted. Exception: Applicants under age 18 who took the 4-hour TLSAE before Aug. 1, 2025, are exempt from the new requirement as long as the learner's permit is issued within one year of completion of the TLSAE course.
• Pass a vision test. Testing is part of the application process in our branches
• Pass Class E Knowledge Exam
• Drivers 18 and over must complete the Class E general knowledge exam in person.
• Prepare for the exam by studying the Official Florida Driver License Handbook
• Testing options
• The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions about traffic laws and traffic signs. The passing score is 80 percent or 40 out of 50 questions
• Must provide documents needed to establish proof of identity, proof of social security number and proof of residential address

*** Please review fees and what to bring and requirements before arriving for your appointment.

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Learner's license appointments

Deltona
Orange City
South Daytona

Need to take the written Class E exam? Do not use this option. Schedule a Class E exam here.
Note: Testing is not available in all branches.

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Visit FLHSMV for additional information

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Fees

  State fees effective September 1, 2009

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What to bring

Real ID compliant requirements

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