New mexico driver's license

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

Eligibility Requirements:

• You must be at least 15 years and 6 months old to apply for a learner's permit.
• You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a restricted license.
• You must be at least 17 years old to apply for a full driver's license.
• You must provide proof of identity, residency, and Social Security number.

Step 1: Study for the Written Test

• Study the New Mexico 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 New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) office and take the written test.
• The test consists of 20 multiple-choice questions, and you must answer at least 16 correctly 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.

Step 4: Complete the Required Number of Hours

• You must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours of nighttime driving.

Step 5: Take the Road Test

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

Step 6: Get a Restricted License

• If you pass the road test, you'll be issued a restricted license.
• With a restricted license, you can drive without supervision, but you may have certain restrictions, such as no driving between midnight and 5 a.m.

Step 7: Get a Full Driver's License

• After holding a restricted license for at least 6 months, you can apply for a full driver's license.
• You'll need to pass a vision test and pay the required fee.

Fees:

• Learner's permit: $10
• Restricted license: $10
• Full driver's license: $25

Additional Requirements:

• You may need to provide proof of insurance and vehicle registration.
• You may need to complete a traffic safety course or driver's education program.

MVD Offices:

• There are several MVD offices located throughout New Mexico. You can find a list of offices and their hours of operation on the New Mexico MVD website.

Online Services:

• You can renew your driver's license online or schedule a road test online through the New Mexico MVD website.

Remember to always follow safe driving practices and obey all traffic laws. Good luck!