Michigan Driver's Permit Requirements
Everything you need to get your Michigan learner's permit — age, fees, required documents, supervised-hours rules, and what happens after — summarized from the official SOS pages and linked to the source.
Last verified 2026-07-13 · Source: Michigan SOS — New Drivers Under 18 ↗
Fees and rules change — always confirm current requirements on the official page above before you go.
How to get your permit in Michigan
- Complete Segment 1 driver education and apply for Level 1 at 14 years 9 months or older
- Drive only with approved supervision while logging 50 supervised hours, 10 at night
- Hold Level 1 for at least 6 months, complete Segment 2, and stay violation/crash/suspension-free for the required period before Level 2
- Pass the driving skills test and apply for the Level 2 license at 16+
- Follow Level 2 curfew and passenger limits until advancing toward Level 3
Michigan GDL restrictions for new drivers
- Level 1 supervision: Level 1 drivers may only drive with a licensed parent, guardian, or designated licensed adult age 21+
- Level 2 curfew: No driving 10 p.m.–5 a.m. unless driving to/from/for employment, authorized activity, or with a parent/guardian/designated adult
- Level 2 passenger rule: No more than one passenger under 21 unless passengers are immediate family, travel is to/from school or authorized activity, or a parent/guardian/designated adult is present
Documents you'll need
- Segment 1 driver education certificate
- Parent or legal guardian for consent
- Proof of legal presence, identity, Social Security number, and Michigan residency
The details
- Permit eligibility: Level 1 license after completing Segment 1 driver education and passing vision/health standards
- Knowledge test: 50 questions; 80% to pass; Web search: 50-question test, 40 correct (80%) to pass
Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to get a permit in Michigan?
You can get a learner's permit in Michigan at 14 years 9 months. Level 1 license after completing Segment 1 driver education and passing vision/health standards.
How long do you have to hold your permit in Michigan?
You must hold your Michigan permit for at least 6 months before the driving test.
How many practice driving hours does Michigan require?
Michigan requires 50 hours of supervised practice driving, including 10 at night.
Where can I practice for the Michigan permit test?
Right here — take a free Michigan practice test in your browser, or get the free DMV Prep app for the full SOS-format experience with a readiness score.
