Utah - Obtain Minor Teen Driver License

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Procedure

1. Applicants must complete a driver education course.
2. Go to a driver license office.
3. Complete a drivers license application, to save you some time you can:
   1. Fill out and print the application ahead of time online and bring it with you when you go to the office, or
   2. You can schedule an appointment prior to your visit to avoid waiting in line.
4. Have your photo taken.
5. Present your learner permit.
6. Pass the eye test.
7. Complete the medical questionnaire.
8. Have your parent/legal guardian sign off on 40 hours of practice driving (10 hours at night); Parent/legal guardian sign for financial responsibility.
9. Pay the nonrefundable fee of $30.00.

Driving Test

You have three options to complete your driving test.

• You can schedule a driving test appointment ahead of time by calling the driver license office you plan to visit to complete your license.
• You can complete the test through your driver education class at your high school, or
• You can also contact a certified commercial school and pay a fee to be tested

To those who are new to Utah and have been previously licensed in another U.S. State or Country, you are required to:

1. Go to a driver license office.
2. Complete a drivers license application, to save you some time you can:
   1. Fill out and print the application ahead of time online and bring it with you when you go to the office, or
   2. You can schedule an appointment prior to your visit to avoid waiting in line.
3. Have your photo taken.
4. Present proof of birth, full social security number and residence.
5. Applicants will also need to provide proof of a valid U.S. State or country license. If coming from another U.S. State your license will be surrendered upon application and a validation check will be ran by the examiner to be sure your status is valid in all other states;
6. Pass the eye test.
7. Complete the medical questionnaire.
8. Pass a 25 question open-book test; and
9. Pay the nonrefundable fee of $30.00.

After you have met all the requirements needed to obtain a driver's license, you will receive a temporary photo license on the same day and the completed license will be mailed to you in approximately three weeks.

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Required Documents

• Applicants will need to submit driver education, or a valid license from another state (which you will surrender upon application), or country to avoid having to carry a learner permit for 90 days.
• Applicants will also need to submit proof of birth, full social security number and residence.

Documentation Needed

Office Locations & Contacts

Driver License Division

Administrative Office (Not a Licensing Office)
Headquarters
Salt Lake City, Utah
Calvin Rampton Building
Third Floor - South
4501 South 2700 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84129-5995

PO BOX 144501
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-4501

Office: 801.965.4437
Fax: 801.964.4482

Phone and Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Services Offered at the Administrative Office:

• Issues driver history record (MVR - Motor Vehicle Report)
• Receives payment to reinstate your driver license
• Pick up surrendered driver license and/or ID cards

Payment by Cash, Check, Money Order, Debit Card and Credit Cards are accepted at this location for reinstatements of license
Questions concerning DLD operations call Customer Service 801.965.4437 or toll free at 888.353.4224

There are 26 driver license offices around the state offering a variety of services.

Drivers License Division Offices

Website

Eligibility

• Minimum age requirement: 16 years old
• Have carried a learner permit for 6 months

Fees

Original Utah license (under 21): $30.00

Validity

At any time the parent or legal guardian who signed for financial responsibility on the minor's application can choose to withdraw their signature until the minor is 18 years of age, and for any reason. This action would invalidate the driver license and the minor could reapply when they reach the age of 18, or if the parent/legal guardian signed a new application. There would be a licensing fee and written test to reapply.

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Processing Time

After you have met all the requirements needed to obtain a driver license, you will receive a temporary photo license on the same day and the completed license will be mailed to you in approximately three weeks.

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Instructions

1. Go to Utah Drivers License Division
2. Fill up the application form
3. Submit the required documents
4. Pay the fees

Required Information

• Name, date and place of birth
• Current residence
• Social security number

Need for the Document

A minor driver is one who is under the age of 21 and is issued a Provisional Class D driver license.

Following is a procedure on how can a minor apply for a drivers license in Utah.

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External Links

• Utah Department of Public Safety Website:

http://publicsafety.utah.gov/dld/teenlicense.html

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