Obtaining A New Florida Drivers License

Applying for a new driver's license in Florida? Dealing with the DMV doesn't have to be a nightmare. We offer links to resources that will save you time and get you going in the right direction. Select from the options below to get started.

1: Online application and Checklist download

2: Take the DMV Practice Test

3: Report to your local DMV office to apply in person

Before you begin to apply for you new Florida drivers license, make sure you are prepared to present any information and complete every task that the Florida DMV asks of you. Florida drivers license requirements are as follows:

  • Present proof of Primary Identification
  • Present one proof of your Social Security Number
  • Present two proofs showing your residential address
  • Present proof that they you have completed a traffic law and substance abuse education course
  • Pass a vision test
  • Pass a hearing test
  • Pass the road rules and road sign tests
  • Pass the driving test.

Need help passing the written driving test?  Take the DMV practice test now!

Examples of Primary Identification
One of the following:

  • Certified United States birth certificate, including territories and District of Columbia
  • Valid United States Passport or Passport Card
  • Consular Report of Birth Abroad
  • Certificate of Naturalization, Form N-550 or Form N-570
  • Certificate of Citizenship, Form N-560 or Form N-561

Examples of Proof of Social Security Number
One of the following:

  • Social Security card (must be an original and state current full name)
  • W-2 form
  • Pay check/stub
  • SSA-1099
  • Any 1099

Examples of Proof of Residential Address
In addition to the items listed above, you will need to bring in TWO different documents from the following list showing your residential address to get your new Florida drivers license:

  • Deed, mortgage, monthly mortgage statement, mortgage payment booklet or residential rental/lease agreement
  • Florida Voter Registration Card
  • Florida Vehicle Registration or Title
  • Florida Boat Registration or Title (if living on a boat/houseboat)
  • Two proofs of residential address from applicant's parent, step-parent, legal guardian or other person with whom the applicant resides, along with (see next)
  • A statement from a parent, step-parent, legal guardian or other person with whom the applicant resides, combined with two proofs of their residential address (see above)
  • A utility hook up or work order dated within 60 days of the application
  • Automobile Payment Booklet
  • Selective Service Card
  • Medical or health card with address listed
  • Current homeowner’s insurance policy or bill
  • Current automobile insurance policy or bill
  • Educational institution transcript forms for the current school year
  • Unexpired professional license issued by a government agency in the U.S.
  • W-2 form or 1099 form
  • Form DS2019, Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) status
  • A letter from a homeless shelter, transitional service provider, or a halfway house verifying that they receive mail for the customer. A Certification of Address Form must accompany the letter.
  • Utility bills, not more than two months old
  • Mail from financial institutions; including checking, savings, or investment account statements, not more than two months old
  • Mail from Federal, State, County or City government agencies (including city and county agencies)
  • Transients – Sexual Offender/Predator/Career Offender: - FDLE Registration form

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