Driver licence for new york

To obtain a driver's license in New York, you'll need to follow these steps:

Eligibility

• You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a learner's permit, and at least 18 years old to apply for a driver's license.
• You must provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.

Step 1: Study for the Written Test

• Study the New York State Driver's Manual, which covers traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices.
• Take online practice tests to help you prepare.

Step 2: Take the Written Test

• Go to a DMV office and take the written test, which covers traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices.
• You'll need to score at least 80% to pass.

Step 3: Get a Learner's Permit

• If you pass the written test, you'll be issued a learner's permit.
• With a learner's permit, you can practice driving under the supervision of a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and has a valid New York State driver's license.

Step 4: Complete the Required Number of Practice Hours

• You'll need to complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 hours of nighttime driving.

Step 5: Take the Road Test

• When you feel ready, schedule a road test with the DMV.
• The road test will evaluate your ability to safely operate a vehicle.

Step 6: Get Your Driver's License

• If you pass the road test, you'll be issued a New York State driver's license.

Additional Requirements

• If you're under 18 years old, you'll need to complete a driver's education course and hold a learner's permit for at least 6 months before taking the road test.
• If you're 18 years old or older, you can take the road test without completing a driver's education course.

Fees

• The fee for a learner's permit is $15.
• The fee for a driver's license is $63 (for a 6-year license) or $93 (for an 8-year license).

Required Documents

• Proof of identity (e.g. passport, birth certificate, or valid government-issued ID)
• Proof of residency (e.g. utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement)
• Proof of Social Security number (e.g. Social Security card or W-2 form)

DMV Office Locations

• There are over 100 DMV offices located throughout New York State. You can find a list of offices and their addresses on the New York State DMV website.