New Driver License 18+
Follow the steps below to obtain an Oklahoma Class D Driver License for the first time as an adult (18+).
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Eligibility
Must be at least 18 years old
Learner Permit not expired past 3 years
- If your permit has been expired over 3 years, you will be required to retake the written and drive tests
- If you have never possessed a learner permit, follow the steps below
How to Apply for a Driver License
Written Test
Be sure to prepare for the written test by studying the Oklahoma Driver Manual
Bring the following documents to your visit:
- One Proof of Identity - You can find the list of acceptable primary identification documents here.
- Proof of Oklahoma residency — View the list of all acceptable residency documents
- or 2 Proofs of Oklahoma residency — Required for REAL ID
- Social Security Number - This number will not appear on your license. Physical card is not required.
- Driver Education Completion Certificate (if applicable) - In order to waive the written test, you can bring in a Driver Education completion certificate (from a commercial or public school). For more information on Driver Education courses, view available schools here.
- Name Change Document (if applicable) - If the last name to be entered on the Oklahoma License is different from the name on the Primary ID, the applicant must bring in a document showing a legal name change.
- Immigration or Legal Presence Documents (if applicable) - You must show proof of documentation for each renewal or replacement. Visit the Required Documents page for more information.
Visit a Service Oklahoma Licensing Office
Schedule a Class D Written Test by selecting 'A. Learner's Permit/Class D Written Test' after clicking the 'Find a location' button below. A vision test will also be administered during your written test visit.
Drive Test
The car you are bringing to test in must:
- Pass a vehicle inspection (as outlined on p.12 of the Oklahoma Driver Manual) Click here to view the Vehicle Inspection Checklist.
- Have valid registration (tag)
- Have valid and current vehicle insurance (the driver must not be listed as an excluded driver on the vehicle insurance)
No pets or additional people can be in the car with you and the examiner.
Take the drive test with Service Oklahoma or an eligible Designated Examiner
During the drive test, the Driving Examiner will tell you where to drive and what driving maneuvers to perform. See FAQ for additional information on the specifics of the drive test.
Note
If you do not feel adequately prepared for the drive test, or just want some additional practice, you can apply for a Learner Permit before taking the drive test. See more information about learner permit eligibility and privileges below.
Pay the fees and get your temporary Driver License
If you pass the written and vision tests, you will given a temporary paper permit to use until you receive your Driver License in the mail.
Note
Select locations only accept cash, cashier's check, money order, or credit card at this time.
Check with your local Service Oklahoma to verify accepted payment types.
Fees
Passing the Drive Test
The fee to print and issue a first time Driver License is $42.50. Please be prepared to pay this fee.
Failing the Drive Test
If you do not pass the drive test, there will be a $4.00 fee in addition to the issuance fee added to your total for each individual drive test taken.
Practice First with a Learner Permit
If you do not feel adequately prepared for the drive test, or just want some additional practice, you can apply for a Learner Permit before taking the drive test. To apply for a Learner Permit as an adult (18+) you must:
Pass a vision test and either take the written test OR bring a Driver Education Completion Certificate to your visit
If you bring a Driver Education Completion Certificate from a public, private or parochial school, or a commercial driver education school to your skills test visit, the written test will be waived.
Hold your Learner Permit for 30 days
See FAQ below for more details on the driving restrictions you will have with a Learner Permit.
Prepare for and visit us for a drive test outlined in Step 1 of the Drive Test section above.
Note
Any adult who has held a Learner Permit for 30 days and completed a Driver Education course from a public, private, or a commercial driver education school, is also eligible to take the drive test from a certified designated examiner for a fee of $25.00.
Frequently Asked Questions
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