How to get a learners permit in california?

For teens, getting a driver's license is an exciting experience. Just think about it! No more trying to catch a ride to the mall or waiting around for your parents to pick you up after practice. Once you have your California driver's license in hand, those days will be long gone. Although the process of getting your license might ... read more

If you have completed Driver's Ed and driver training outside of California, an out-of-state learner's permit is not considered acceptable proof. Instead, you must provide the California DMV with one of the following documents: A "To Secondary Schools Other Than California Schools" document (Form DL 33). read more

How to Get Your California Provisional Permit Be at least 15 1/2 years old Complete an online or classroom Driver's Ed course and be enrolled in a driver's training (aka behind-the-wheel training) program OR be enrolled in an integrated Driver's Ed/driver's training (behind-the-wheel training) program. read more

To obtain a permit you must: Make an appointment before visiting a DMV office (walk-ins are only accepted at our Driver License Processing Centers). Complete a Driver License or Identification Card Application form (DL 44) including your parents' or guardians' signatures. read more