Florida Driver's Permit Requirements
Everything you need to get your Florida learner's permit — age, fees, required documents, supervised-hours rules, and what happens after — summarized from the official FLHSMV pages and linked to the source.
Last verified 2026-07-13 · Source: FLHSMV — Licensing Requirements for Teens ↗
Fees and rules change — always confirm current requirements on the official page above before you go.
How to get your permit in Florida
- Complete the Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education (TLSAE/DETS) course
- Pass the Class E knowledge exam (50 questions, 80% to pass) and a vision and hearing test
- Apply for the learner's license with documents, parental consent, and the $48 fee
- Hold the learner's license 12 months (or until 18) while logging 50 supervised hours, 10 at night
- Pass the driving test for the Class E license (GDL hour limits apply until 18)
Florida GDL restrictions for new drivers
- Hours age 1 6: Driving only between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. unless commuting to/from work or accompanied by a licensed driver 21+
- Hours age 1 7: Driving only between 5 a.m. and 1 a.m. unless commuting to/from work or accompanied by a licensed driver 21+
Documents you'll need
- Proof of identity
- Proof of Social Security number
- Proof of residential address
- Parental consent form (under 18)
- Proof of TLSAE (Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education) course completion
The details
- Permit eligibility: Learner's license; requires the TLSAE/DETS course and parental consent (notarized if not signed at the office)
- Permit fee details: Original Class E fee ($48) includes the learner's license
- License fee: $48 — Same original Class E fee
- Permit hold details: Hold at least 12 months or until 18th birthday, whichever comes first
- Knowledge test: 50 questions; 80% to pass; $10 retake fee
Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to get a permit in Florida?
You can get a learner's permit in Florida at 15. Learner's license; requires the TLSAE/DETS course and parental consent (notarized if not signed at the office).
How much does a Florida permit cost?
The Florida permit fee is $48. Original Class E fee ($48) includes the learner's license.
How long do you have to hold your permit in Florida?
Hold at least 12 months or until 18th birthday, whichever comes first.
How many practice driving hours does Florida require?
Florida requires 50 hours of supervised practice driving, including 10 at night.
Where can I practice for the Florida permit test?
Right here — take a free Florida practice test in your browser, or get the free DMV Prep app for the full FLHSMV-format experience with a readiness score.
