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The article has been updated successfully but requires approval before it is published.Is the process for renewing a permit the same as drivers license renewal?
Learners permit renewal in most states is similar to a drivers license renewal. You must appear in person at a DMV office with proper identification, your current or expired drivers permit and cash or check to pay the renewal fee. Exact requirements vary with each state. Confirm with your DMV on needed documents.
If you allow your learners permit to expire you, in most instances, will be asked to take the written test again. If required, you can brush up on your drivers license knowledge by taking a practice permit test. These can be found online and are usually low cost or free.
| Online Renewal | In Person | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | x | ||
| Alaska | x | Two-permit can only be renewed once. | |
| Arizona | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| Arkansas | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| California | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| Colorado | x | Depending on your situation you may not have to take the written test. | |
| Connecticut | x | ||
| Delaware | x | ||
| Florida | x | x | |
| Georgia | x | ||
| Hawaii | x | You can renew once. If permit is expired longer than 90 days you must pass the written test again. | |
| Idaho | x | ||
| Illinois | x | ||
| Indiana | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| Iowa | x | ||
| Kansas | x | ||
| Kentucky | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| Louisiana | x | ||
| Maine | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| Maryland | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| Massachusetts | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again and pay a $30 fee. | |
| Michigan | x | ||
| Minnesota | x | ||
| Mississippi | x | If your permit expires you will be charged a $1 late fee at renewal. | |
| Missouri | x | ||
| Montana | x | If your permit expires you must pass the written test again. | |
| Nebraska | x | The School Learner's Permit and Learners Permit may be renewed. | |
| Nevada | x | If your permit has been expired for more than 30 days you must pass the written test again. | |
| New Hampshire | Permits not required. | ||
| New Jersey | x | ||
| New Mexico | x | ||
| New York | x | If your permit has been expired longer than 2 years you must pass the written test again. | |
| North Carolina | x | ||
| North Dakota | x | ||
| Ohio | x | ||
| Oklahoma | x | ||
| Oregon | x | A renewed instruction permit is valid for two years. | |
| Pennsylvania | x | Extensions are valid for one year. You can also apply via mail. | |
| Rhode Island | x | ||
| South Carolina | x | ||
| South Dakota | x | ||
| Tennessee | x | ||
| Texas | x | ||
| Utah | x | ||
| Vermont | x | ||
| Virginia | By virtue of completing drivers ed and holding a permit for 9 months you automatically receive a license; no need to renew. | ||
| Washington | x | You're allowed one renewal. | |
| West Virginia | x | ||
| Wisconsin | x | You must pay a $35 renewal fee. | |
| Wyoming | x | ||
| Washington DC | x | x | Online option only available if your permit has been expired for less than 90 days. |
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