Getting your driver’s license opens up a whole new world of possibilities and much-needed independence. But, before you can learn how to drive, you first need to obtain your learner’s permit and once that’s done, then you’ll need to take a road test and get licensed in Pennsylvania.
Are you still wondering what you need to do to get your learner’s permit in PA? Don’t worry, Driven2Drive is here to walk you through all the steps.
You need to be 16 years old or older, to apply for a Learner’s Permit. If you are under 18 years of age, you will need to be accompanied by a parent, or legal guardian. If they cannot accompany you, they must complete the DMV DL-180TD Form and it must be signed in the presence of a notary. More details on the Pennsylvania permit age for driving can be accessed via the link.
You will need several different documents, namely:
The process is relatively straightforward but it requires quite a few forms and documents. Read through this complete list first, before starting to put things together. Then, make sure to double and triple-check this list, to avoid queues or having to go back and forth to the Commercial Driver Information Center. Prep for and pass your permit test with these tips.
You can download the Pennsylvania Driver’s Manual via the DMV website.
Complete the Non-Commercial Learner’s Permit Application or the DL-180TD Form. Check the back of the form to see what fee you will need to pay at the center. Note: The application is valid for one year from the date of your physical examination; however, the physical examination date may not be more than six months prior to your 16th birthday.
Visit your doctor for a physical examination and fill out the necessary forms (found on the DMV’s website). If you’re under 18, a parent or guardian must complete these forms. Note: Your parent or guardian needs to accompany you to the test. If he/she/they cannot make it, these forms must be signed in the presence of a notary. If your last name is different from theirs, you need proof of your relationship to them (e.g. your birth certificate).
If you’re over the age of 18 and you want to get a driver’s permit, you need to take your application form, proof of identification, social security card, applicable payment, and two proof of residence documents (for example, a current utility bill, your W-2 form, tax record, weapons permit if you are a US citizen, lease agreement, or mortgage document).
A full list of what to bring to get your learner’s permit test.
Start to study for the Learner’s Permit Test, by joining driver’s ed in Philadelphia. You first have to attend permit preparation classes, and driver’s ed theory courses, and also prepare for the permit test. At Driven2Drive, this knowledge is provided by professional tutors so that you can pass the test and begin to practice driving, with some understanding and confidence.
Once you feel you have mastered the concepts in the PA driver’s manual, take the required documents with you, your social security card (which must be signed), and the applicable fee to a PennDOT Driver’s License Center; where you’ll also be able to take your vision test and knowledge test. You do not need to schedule these tests. Note: If you wear glasses/contact lenses, you must wear them during your test–your license will state this restriction.
No, the PA Learner’s Permit Test can only be completed at the PennDOT Driver’s License Center. The permit test must be completed in person. You can find more details about the PA permit test locations on our website.
From the point of getting your Learner’s Permit, an exciting driving journey begins, and we at Driven2Drive are here to support you all the way. You can venture out in a car, with a patient, professional driving instructor, from Driven2Drive; and then practice driving in Philadelphia on the road when accompanied by a licensed driver over the age of 21.
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Scheduling a road test in PA is easy! If you want to pass your driver’s license, choose Driven2Drive for calm, friendly, and competent driving lessons. Driven2Drive is a PennDOT-certified third-party driver’s license testing center, this means that when you are ready to take your road test, you can come to us and we will assist you.
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