You can apply for a new driver's license at any driver exam station in Nebraska. Obtain a Nebraska Driver's Handbook to familiarize with the driving rules and regulations.

NEW DRIVERS AND FIRST TIME APPLICANTS

Following are the basic requirements for applying for a Nebraska driver's license:

1. Applicants must be 17 years or older, provided that they have held a Provisional Operator's Permit for one year and have not accumulated more than three points during this period. If these conditions are not fulfilled, the minimum age is raised to 18 years.
2. Any individual under 18 should provide parental consent and must complete the graduated driver licensing process. For additional details, see Beginner Drivers and/or Learner's Permits for Beginner Drivers.
3. Everyone must pass the vision, written, and driving tests. See Practice Tests and Driver's Handbook for more information on the written examination. Driver education programs can help individuals prepare for their road test.
4. Applicants must provide acceptable proof of identification.

NEW RESIDENTS

Nebraska residents holding a driver's license from another state have 30 days in which to obtain a Nebraska driver's license. You will have to appear at one of the driver exam stations with your current driver's license or acceptable proof of identification. Non-US citizens residing in Nebraska are allowed to drive for a period of 30 days provided that they possess a valid driver's license from another country. An International driving license from their country of origin is not mandatory, but preferred. They will also have to provide all identification documents in original.

FEES

The cost for Operator's (Class O) Nebraska driver's license valid for one year or less is $5. The fees for driver's licenses differ based on class, validity and restrictions, if any.===

VALIDITY

The validity of a Nebraska driver's license is based on the driver's age at the time the license was issued. For drivers below 21, the license is valid until their 21st birthday, after which it may be renewed. For drivers who are 21 and over, the driver's license expires on the driver's birthday in the fifth year after issuance.

LEARNER'S LICENSE

With certain restrictions, an individual can legally drive in Nebraska with a learner's permit as part of the graduated licensing program. See more information on Graduated licensing here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• See also Renewing Your License.
• For information on other types of licenses, see Commercial Driver's Licenses, Motorcycle Licenses.
• It is necessary to have active Auto Insurance in order to drive legally in Nebraska.
• New drivers see our Driver Education , Driving Schools, Beginner Drivers and Learner's Permits for Beginner Drivers sections.