First Time Drivers

Depending on your age, there are different programs for you to follow to obtain your New Jersey license. All three involve some form of a NJ learner’s permit.

Age 16 And Up

The three phases required for those 16 and up are:

• Get a student learner’s permit, which requires passing your written test (hint – use the $CSLINK to do it in 10 minutes).
• Provisional license (one year supervised driving)
• Basic driver’s license (once you are 18)

The complete program can be found here: http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/EarlyBird.htm.

17 And Older

The three phases required for those 17 and up are:

• Get a student learner’s permit, which requires passing your written test (hint – use the $CSLINK to do it in 10 minutes).
• Provisional license (one year supervised driving)
• Basic driver’s license (once you are 18)

The complete program can be found here: http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/YoungAdult.htm

21 or Older

If you are 21 or older, you can get your license by passing three phases:

• Pass your written test (p.s. use the $CSLINK), vision test, pay the fee and bring the docs you need.
• Practice driving for three months
• Get a provisional license to drive supervised
• Practice driving for a year and then you get your license

• New Jersey Learner's Permit Info
• New Jersey Driver's Handbook
• New Jersey DMV Website
• New Jersey DMV Locations