new west virginia drivers license - WV
West Virginia Drivers License Information
To get your drivers license in West Virginia, you need to apply for a regular Class E drivers license. You must have a West Virginia license within thirty (30) days of establishing residency.
West Virginia Drivers License Requirements
18 years and under - (Graduated Driver's License - GDL)
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Level 1 Permit - Instruction Permit
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A few of the requirements:
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You must be at least 15 years of age.
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Parent or Legal Guardian permission.
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Must have an adult with you at all times.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Permit, please SIGN IN HERE
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Level 2 License - Intermediate License
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Some of the requirements:
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Must be between 16 and 18 years of age.
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You must complete Level 1 (see above) for at least 180 days.
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Fifty (50) hours of driving experience. Ten (10) must be at night.
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Must have west virginia drivers ed.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Intermediate License, please SIGN IN HERE
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Level 3 License
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Must be at least 17 years of age.
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You must complete Level 2 (see above) for at least twelve (12) months or until you reach 18 years age.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Level 3 License, please SIGN IN HERE
18 years and over
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Instruction Permit - Class E
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Issued to all new drivers.
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Valid for 90 days.
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Must have an adult with you at all times.
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For complete details and to get your West Virginia Instruction Permit, please SIGN IN HERE
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Regular Class E License
For complete details and to GET your West Virginia license, please SIGN IN HERE
West Virginia Drivers Ed
Visit our west virginia drivers ed page for more information on West Virginia driver education.
Tests Required
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Vision Screening
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Knowledge Examination
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Road Test
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 West Virginia license, please SIGN IN HERE
Fee
New Driver's License Class E
Level 1 Permit
Level 2 License
Level 3 License
Instruction Permit - Class E
For complete Fees SIGN IN HERE
Documents needed to get your West Virginia Drivers License
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Proof of Identity
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A few examples:
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U.S. Birth Certificate
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U.S. Passport (must be active)
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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For Minors (Under 18)
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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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SSA/1099 Form
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Proof of West Virginia Residency
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A few examples:
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West Virginia Utility Bills
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West Virginia Weapons Permit
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
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Non-Immigrants
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A few examples:
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Foreign Passport (must be active)
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I-94 Form
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For complete list of items SIGN IN HERE
West Virginia DMV Office
Go to your West Virginia 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia DMV Office and take the driving test.