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How to Apply for a New Driver's License in New York

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Submitted by deniz on Mon, 10/19/2009 - 16:56

You can apply for a new driver's license at any local DMV office in New York. Obtain a New York Driver's Handbook to familiarize with the driving rules and regulations.

[edit] NEW DRIVERS AND FIRST TIME APPLICANTS

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

  1. Applicants must be 16 years or older.
  2. Any individual under 18 must provide parental consent and sign the form number MV-44. If 17 years of age, no consent is required if you have the Driver Education Student Certificate of Completion. 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 six points of acceptable proof of identification.
  5. Applicants must provide a Social Security card.

[edit] NEW RESIDENTS

New York residents holding a driver's license from another state need to pass the vision test. You can exchange your out-of-state driver's license for a New York license as long as it is valid, has your photograph and shows the date of issue. However, like other applicants, new residents must provide proof of identification and a Social Security card. Non-US citizens residing in New York do not need to apply for a New York driver's license unless you become a New York resident. You must have a driver's license issued by the country of your citizenship, in addition to an international driving permit.

[edit] FEES

The cost for a non-commercial (Class D) New York driver's license varies from $52.50 to $85 according to your age when applying.

[edit] LEARNER'S PERMIT

With certain restrictions, an individual can legally drive in New York with a learner's license. See more information on Learner Permits and Junior Licenses.

[edit] ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Comments

Submitted by bendecida09 on Fri, 11/06/2009 - 12:28.

is it true that i can take the 5 hours class in the DMV? if not where can i go tke it?

Submitted by jmb9270 on Thu, 10/22/2009 - 20:42.

i can not read well can i take test if somone can read it to me? or what do i need to do?

Submitted by suziemac12345 on Sat, 08/01/2009 - 19:29.

help

Submitted by phatmada822 on Sun, 07/05/2009 - 10:53.

i want to take my road test

Submitted by ahassan3 on Thu, 07/02/2009 - 10:18.

I took driver's ed

Submitted by ron11203 on Mon, 06/29/2009 - 21:14.

How do i do my road test

Submitted by racecardriver1 on Fri, 06/26/2009 - 14:04.

How can I go about going n gettin my drivers license?I allready have my permet

Submitted by salma2292 on Tue, 11/10/2009 - 14:55.

u need to go to Driving school and get lesson after u know that u can drive good enough for a road test... u have to speak to ur instructor and get schedule for road test... once u pass ur road test u will get the license at ur mail...

Submitted by jaxstar on Tue, 05/19/2009 - 22:04.

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Submitted by angeljr12 on Mon, 05/18/2009 - 21:48.

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Submitted by willym92 on Sun, 05/10/2009 - 14:16.

heres the how to shedule a road test the site is terrible it took me through over 20 some odd links and 28 minutes to find it but here it is.

https://roadtest.dmv.state.ny.us/default.asp (https://roadtest.dmv.state.ny.us/default.asp)

Submitted by bgooden on Wed, 04/15/2009 - 13:15.

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Submitted by irishpmen516 on Sat, 04/11/2009 - 13:28.

this website really needs to be easier. where the hell can i find to schedule my road test. its impossible.

Submitted by Karrie on Thu, 04/02/2009 - 19:16.

wtf i just want to make an appt for a road test!! not any of this shit. where the hell do u go for that?

Submitted by dillonhunsdon on Fri, 03/27/2009 - 16:08.

!!!!!!!!!this is bull.. why cant u guys just make a link on ur home pg that can schedual a driving test!!!! ive been on here for an hour. this site is good for nothing.!!!!!!!!

Submitted by dillonhunsdon on Fri, 03/27/2009 - 16:00.

i need to apply for a driving test...????

Submitted by DANA SASS on Tue, 05/05/2009 - 10:18.

YES HI HOW DO I DO THAT

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Submitted by erik martinez on Mon, 03/23/2009 - 14:47.

how we can apply for road test

Submitted by lopiccolotwin on Sun, 03/22/2009 - 09:37.

how can we apply for a road test

Submitted by emilymarie319 on Wed, 03/18/2009 - 20:21.

how can i apply to take my road test?

Submitted by kerice crawford on Tue, 03/17/2009 - 14:09.

hi my name is kerice crawford i wanted to know where i can go to take the road test and the class. thank you please feel free to contact me @ 3472746060 or email.

thank u again in advance

Submitted by rosemarie corso on Sun, 03/15/2009 - 18:14.

how do i sign my son up for his road test?

Submitted by cait on Sun, 03/15/2009 - 09:46.

how do i register for my road test online ??

Submitted by apeters on Fri, 03/13/2009 - 10:16.

How do I schedule my road test online anymore???

Submitted by jessica patti on Wed, 03/11/2009 - 20:10.

how do i sign up for my road teast?

Submitted by KingBeast on Sun, 03/08/2009 - 23:51.

I will go take my test April 10 2009

Submitted by thalia on Fri, 03/06/2009 - 18:44.

how do i sign up for my road test?????????????????

Submitted by KingBeast on Sun, 03/08/2009 - 23:52.

Go to an DMV office near you or look up information on this site

Submitted by anastasia on Wed, 03/04/2009 - 22:40.

HOW CAN I SCHEDULE A ROAD TEST

Submitted by ramon bennett on Tue, 02/24/2009 - 14:24.

i need info on the 5 hour course

Submitted by Melissatoussaint on Wed, 02/11/2009 - 19:11.

I took my road test since december 12 of 2008 but I have not received my license in the mail yet. i dont if I can get help about that.

Submitted by Jose Flores on Sun, 02/01/2009 - 19:58.

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Submitted by calbstroman on Thu, 01/29/2009 - 12:45.

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Submitted by WVOLMAR on Mon, 02/02/2009 - 15:58.

I WANT SCHEDULE MY ROAD TEST.

Submitted by Jose Flores on Sun, 02/01/2009 - 19:59.

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Submitted by gregory r. palladino on Tue, 01/20/2009 - 13:43.

I would like to reschedule my driving test.

Submitted by Jose Flores on Sun, 02/01/2009 - 20:00.

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Submitted by osa on Tue, 01/27/2009 - 17:50.

i to schedule for my road test

Submitted by antanettej on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 22:17.

I need to apply for my road test

Submitted by ivette quinones on Tue, 01/13/2009 - 17:15.

I passed my road test on November 19, 2008 and i have not received my license in the mail yet. How can I have it sent to me?

Submitted by SYLVIAP on Thu, 01/08/2009 - 10:07.

I HAVE MY PERMITT ALREADY...

Submitted by Aprile on Mon, 01/05/2009 - 14:32.

I am trying to make an appt. for my road test

Submitted by hill on Sat, 01/10/2009 - 09:39.

yes

Submitted by workouttmom on Tue, 12/30/2008 - 18:31.

need to schedule roadtest.

Submitted by junior on Tue, 01/20/2009 - 19:41.

I need to schedule roadtest

Submitted by osa on Tue, 01/27/2009 - 17:48.

i just need to schedule aroad test

Submitted by GINA on Mon, 12/29/2008 - 15:03.

could you tell me how to go about getting a replacement license? Mine is eaither lost or stolen. All I know is I can't seem to find it, and can it be done on line?