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Do I need a GA drivers permit before applying for a Georgia drivers license? Georgia

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Obtaining a GA Drivers License

In the state of Georgia, the prerequisites for applying for a drivers license vary with age. While persons 18 years of age and older do not need a drivers permit before applying for a GA license, teen drivers younger than 18 must complete the following steps prior to applying for a Class D license:

  1. Apply for learners permit.
  2. Complete 40 hours of permit driving.
  3. Complete a drivers education course.
  4. Complete the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program (ADAP).
Class D licenses are intermediate licenses for teen drivers younger than 18. Persons older than 18 can apply for an unrestricted Class C license.

Obtaining a Driving Permit

In order to obtain a driving permit, you must be at least 15 years of age, accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and pass a written permit test, in addition to a vision test. A practice permit test is made available online by sites like the Unofficial DMV Guide, and the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS).

You can contact the DDS at the following address:

GA Department of Driver Services
P.O. Box 80447
Conyers, GA 30013
678-413-8400

Permit Restrictions


Learners permits are valid for 24 months. During that time, you can drive with a licensed driver of 21 years or older; licensed drivers must ride in the passenger seat at all times.

Don’t Forget Drivers Education


Contact the DDS for a list of approved drivers education courses, in addition to the ADAP class schedule. The list and schedule is also available on the DDS website. You can visit the DDS in person at the following street address:

GA Department of Driver Services
P.O. Box 80447
Conyers, GA 30013

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