Thinking about getting your driver's license at the Maryland DMV? Here's exactly what you need to know to get your permit, pass your road test, and get your Maryland driver license.
Here's How to Get Your Maryland Driver's License:
Here's what you'll need to get your Maryland license:
- Proof of your age and identity, with documents. (Original or certified copy of your birth certificate, Valid U.S. passport, Valid permanent resident card)
- Proof of Maryland residency. (Utility bill, Bank statement, Mortgage agreement or rental contract)
- Pay the fee of $9 per year (your driver's license will be valid for 5 to 8 years).
Here's what you'll need to do to get your Maryland license:
- Read the Maryland Driver Manual and take written practice tests online
- Apply for your Learner’s Permit: submit the required documents and ID at the DMV; consider making a DMV appointment or getting a line waiting concierge
- At the DMV, submit the application for a driver's license, pay the fees pass the written test, pass the vision test, receive your Learner’s Permit
- Once you're ready, schedule your road test on the DMV website or you can schedule on Skip. If you need a car or driver for your road test, you can schedule a road test concierge here.
- Before your road test, visit the ultimate Maryland DMV road test guide to find out more information about the Maryland driving test.
- Once you pass your road test you'll receive a provisional driver's license.
Here are Maryland driver's license exceptions to note:
- The Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) requires you to complete their graduated licensing system (GLS) in order to obtain your new driver's license.
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