new north carolina drivers license - NC
North Carolina Drivers License Information
To get your drivers license in North Carolina, you need to apply for a Class C drivers license. You must have a North Carolina license within sixty (60) days of establishing residency. You must carry your license at all times.
North Carolina Drivers License Requirements
18 years and under (Graduated Driver License - GDL)
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Limited Learner Permit
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You must be between the ages of 15 and 18.
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Must have supervising driver.
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Must have north carolina drivers ed.
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Must be enrolled in high school.
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For complete details and to get your Permit, please SIGN IN HERE
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Level Two Limited Provisional License
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You must be between the ages of 16 and 18.
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Must have held Level 1 for at least twelve (12) months
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Must have supervising driver.
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Must be enrolled in high school.
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For complete details and to get your Permit, please SIGN IN HERE
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Level Three Full Provisional License
18 years and over
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Learner Permit
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Regular Class C Drivers License
For complete details and Restrictions and to GET your North Carolina drivers license, please SIGN IN HERE
North Carolina Drivers Ed
Visit our north carolina drivers ed page for more information on North Carolina driver education.
Tests Required
Test requirements vary by age and depending on whether you've previously held a license in another state.
For complete details and to GET your North Carolina license, please SIGN IN HERE
Fee
New Driver's License Class C
Learner Permit
Limited Learner Permit (Level 1)
Limited Provisional License (Level 2)
Full Provisional License (Level 3)
Temporary Permit
Fees depend on your age that you received your drivers license. For complete Fees SIGN IN HERE
Documents needed to get your North Carolina Drivers License
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Proof of Age and Identity (Primary Documents)
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A few examples:
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Birth Certificate from the U.S., Puerto Rico, or Canada (Certified)
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Drivers License or ID from the U.S., Puerto Rico, or Canada
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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For Minors (Under 18)
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A few examples:
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Parental or guardian signature
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Proof of Residency
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A few examples:
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U.S. Passport with North Carolina address (must be active)
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Utility Bill.
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North Carolina vehicle registration (must be active)
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Social Security Number
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A few examples
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Social Security Card
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1099 Form
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Proof of Financial Responsibility
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Proof of automobile liability insurance coverage
North Carolina DMV Office
Go to your North Carolina DMV Office in order to take your required tests. You can use our locator to find the office that is closest to you.
Take the North Carolina Drivers License Test
At this point you need to make sure that you have prepared and studied all of the material for the written test. You can find the North Carolina Driver Test handbook here.
Buy a Car and Get Auto Insurance
Auto insurance is required by law in most states. Click HERE to get started and we'll help you find the lowest rates in your state.
Take the Driving Test
Your last step is to show up to your local North Carolina DMV Office and take the driving test.