Drivers License

GETTING YOUR DRIVER LICENSE

WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR GETTING A DRIVER LICENSE?

Teens must be at least 16 years old, have held a learner permit for a minimum of six months, complete an approved driver education course and pass a road test before getting their license in Utah.

HOW MANY HOURS DO I NEED TO DRIVE BEFORE I APPLY FOR A LICENSE?

Individuals under 18 years old applying for a driver license for the first time must complete 40 hours with *a parent, legal guardian, or licensed driver education teacher supervising in the passenger seat. At least 10 of those supervised times must be during night hours. *Siblings and friends cannot supervise, even if they are 21 years or older.

WHEN CAN I GET A LEARNER PERMIT?

Teens need to be at least 15 years old and pass a written test to apply for a learner permit. With this permit they can drive if an approved driving instructor, parent, or legal guardian is in the seat next to them. Applicants 18 years of age or older are not required to hold a learner permit for six months before applying for a license.

TAKE THE PRACTICE TEST

Utah's Driver License Division has prepared a practice test for people preparing to obtain a driver license. You can take it as many times as you want and it might help identify areas where you'll need more studying. Click here to take the test.