New jersey license
Here's some information about obtaining a driver's license in New Jersey:
Eligibility:
To apply for a driver's license in New Jersey, you must:
- Be at least 17 years old (16 years old with a permit)
- Provide proof of identity and residency
- Pass a vision test
- Pass a written test on traffic laws and signs
- Pass a road test (if you're applying for a regular license)
Application Process:
- Gather the required documents:
- Proof of identity (e.g. birth certificate, passport, or government-issued ID)
- Proof of residency (e.g. utility bill, lease agreement, or bank statement)
- Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)
- Fill out the application:
- You can download and print the application form (MJ-101) from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) website or pick one up from an MVC agency.
- Fill out the form completely and accurately.
- Take the vision test:
- You'll need to pass a vision test at an MVC agency.
- Take the written test:
- You'll need to pass a written test on traffic laws and signs at an MVC agency.
- Take the road test (if required):
- If you're applying for a regular license, you'll need to take a road test at an MVC agency.
- Get your photo taken:
- After passing the written and road tests (if required), you'll need to have your photo taken at an MVC agency.
Fees:
- The fee for a new driver's license in New Jersey is $24 for a 4-year license.
- The fee for a permit is $10.
- The fee for a road test is $10.
Additional Requirements:
- If you're under 18 years old, you'll need to complete a driver's education course and provide proof of completion.
- If you're applying for a commercial driver's license (CDL), you'll need to provide additional documentation and pass a skills test.
MVC Agency Locations:
There are several MVC agencies located throughout New Jersey. You can find a list of locations and their hours of operation on the MVC website.
Online Services:
The MVC offers several online services, including:
- Online application for a driver's license or permit
- Online payment for fees
- Online scheduling for road tests
I hope this information helps!