Idaho Learner's Permit And Driver's License Test Information

Anyone operating a motor vehicle on public roadways in Idaho is required to have a drivers license.  Within 90 days after becoming a Idaho resident, you are required to obtain a Idaho driver license.

You must be at least 15 years old to apply for learners permit.  If you are under the age of 17 you must first
successfully complete an approved driver’s training program.  Then, you must also complete a Supervised Instruction Period (SIP) under Idaho’s graduated license program. 

  You must clear a vision test, pass a traffic laws and road signs test, and pay the required fee to receive your learners permit. You have to show that you understand and recognize of traffic control devices.
.  If you want to see how you understand the signs, take the free sample test here.To get your Drivers License, you need demonstrate satisfactory operation of a motor vehicle and clear any physical or mental examination the DMV may find necessary to gauge your ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.

An approved Idaho driver-training program consists of a required Driver training is required for anyone under 17 years old who is applying for an Idaho driver’s license.

Teens: Applicants under the age of 17 years is required to have the following:

Establishing proper identity is very important part of getting your learners permit.  Please have the following documents ready.  For further information, please visit Idaho DMV official website.

After getting your permit, when you start learning driving, you must be accompanied by someone of at least 21 years of age, with a valid license, and have at least one year of driving experience for the same type or class of vehicle you are driving.   A certified driving instructor may also accompany you.  If under 16 years old, you will be restricted to driving during daylight hours only unless accompanied by a licensed driver of at least 21 years.