WHAT KIND OF TESTING IS NECESSARY?

An eye screening and Knowledge Test will be given at the Driver License Center. Once passed, a Learner's Permit will be issued. The Learner's Permit will be valid for one year. If you are under age 18, a six-month waiting period and 65 hours of behind-the-wheel driving experience is required prior to taking the Road Test.

When a driving student is ready to take the Road Test, he or she can schedule a Road Test either online or by calling 1-800-423-5542.

WHAT SHOULD BE TAKEN TO THE DRIVER'S EXAM?

When visiting a Driver License Center to take your Road Test, please be sure to bring the following items with you:

-Your valid learner’s permit

-Parent or Guardian Certification Form DL-180C, if applicant is under 18 years of age and we will be taking you for your driving test

-Proof of vehicle insurance

-Proof of vehicle registration

-Accompanying driver’s valid driver’s license

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I GET MY LICENSE?

Upon passing the Road Test at the driver license center you will be issued a temporary license. You will receive your official license by mail about two weeks later. Drivers under the age of 18 are issued a junior license and must follow certain driving restrictions.

OBTAIN YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE

Our behind-the-wheel, online, and classroom driving programs and instructors have been approved and certified by the PA Dept of Education and the PA Dept of Transportation/Motor Vehicles.

How does one acquire a license?

Step 1:

Download the Pennsylvania Driver's Manual or obtain one from a local Driver License Center.

Step 2:

Have a physician, physician assistant, certified registered nurse practitioner or chiropractor conduct a physical examination and complete Form DL-180 "Medical Qualification Certificate."

Step 3:

Visit a Driver License Center with:

• The completed DL-180

• The completed DL-180TD (if under the age 18). This form must be completed by a parent, guardian, or spouse who is 18 years of age or older.

• Proof of identity, which is listed on reverse side of DL-180. Note: If you are changing your name, you must present original documents supporting name changes such as a marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order.

• Two acceptable proofs of residency, listed on reverse side of DL-180, if you are 18 years of age or older. Proof of residency is not required if you are age 16 or 17.

• Your Social Security card.

• A check or money order payable to PennDOT for the appropriate fee. (Cash is not accepted.)

Step 4:

An eye screening and Knowledge Test will be given at the Driver License Center. Once passed, a Learner's Permit will be issued. The Learner's Permit will be valid for one year. If you are under age 18, a six-month waiting period and 65 hours behind the wheel driving experience is required prior to taking the Road Test.

Step 5:

Schedule a Road Test either online or by calling 1-800-423-5542.

When visiting a Driver License Center to take your Road Test, please be sure to bring the following items with you:

• Your valid learner’s permit

• Parent or Guardian Certification Form   DL-180C, if applicant is under 18 years of age

• Proof of vehicle insurance

• Proof of vehicle registration

• Accompanying driver’s valid driver’s license

For more information about getting your Pennsylvania driver's license,

please visit the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation website.