What are the age requirements to get a permit in California?

Teens must be at least 15½ years old to apply for a provisional instruction permit

Is Drivers Ed required to get a permit in California?

All teens under 18 must complete an approved driver education course and present a certificate of Completion/Enrollment and present the certificate at a California DMV office.

How do you get your permit in California?

Teens 15-17 can earn a provisional instruction permit by:

• Completing an approved Driver Education Program
• Filling California Driver’s License or ID Card Application with the consent of your parent/guardian.
• Visit A Caifornia DMV office and present proof of identity (birth certificate, passport, or California ID) and proof of California citizenship (Car Insurance Statement or a Bill with the parent/guardians name)
• Pass the Vision Test
• Pass the Knowledge Test
• Pay the Application Fee
• Have your picture taken

Who can you drive with when you hold a California permit?

With an instruction permit,teens can practice driving only when accompanied by a fully-licensed driver who is at least 25 years old.

When can a teen earn their license in California?

Teens can earn their drivers license at age 16.

To earn a license, a teen must:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Have held your instruction permit (in California or another state) for at least 6 months.
• Provide proof of completion of driver education and driver training.
• Provide a parent(s) or guardian(s) and instructor(s) signature(s) on your instruction permit verifying that you have completed 50 hours of driving practice (10 hours must be night driving). Refer to the Parent-Teen Training Guide, available at any DMV office or online at www.dmv.ca.gov, for more information.
• Schedule a driving test online at www.dmv.ca.gov or by calling 1-800-777-0133 during normal business hours.