Nebraska Driver's Permit Requirements
Everything you need to get your Nebraska learner's permit — age, fees, required documents, supervised-hours rules, and what happens after — summarized from the official DMV pages and linked to the source.
Last verified 2026-07-13 · Source: Nebraska DMV — Learner's Permit (LPD) ↗
Fees and rules change — always confirm current requirements on the official page above before you go.
How to get your permit in Nebraska
- At 15+, apply for the Learner's Permit with identity, Nebraska address, and Social Security or exemption documents
- Pass the vision and written tests to receive the Learner's Permit
- Practice only with a licensed driver age 21+ accompanying you
- Hold the permit at least 6 months and either complete an approved Nebraska driver safety course or submit the 50-hour certification form with 10 night hours
- At 16+, apply for the Provisional Operator's Permit and follow the overnight and passenger restrictions
Nebraska GDL restrictions for new drivers
- Permit supervision: Learner's Permit holders must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
- Pop hours: The Provisional Operator's Permit allows unsupervised driving from 6 a.m. to 12 midnight; between 12 midnight and 6 a.m. the driver may go unsupervised only to or from home, work, or a school activity
- Pop passenger rule: During the first 6 months of the POP, the holder may have no more than one passenger under 19 who is not an immediate family member
- Points rule: Before applying for a POP, the driver must not have accumulated 3 or more points during the 6 months immediately preceding the application
Documents you'll need
- Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful status showing name, date of birth, and identity
- Two documents showing principal Nebraska address
- Social Security number verified through SSA, or proof of exemption with a valid unexpired I-94 or I-94A in a valid foreign passport
- 50-hour certification form if not qualifying through an approved Nebraska driver safety course
The details
- Permit eligibility: Learner's Permit (LPD) minimum age is 15; you may apply 60 days before but it cannot be issued until age 15
- Permit fee details: Original Learner's Permit fee is $8 plus a $5 security fee
- License fee: $20 — Original Provisional Operator's Permit fee is $15 plus a $5 security fee
- Permit validity: 12 months
- Practice hour details: Applicants can qualify with an approved driver safety course or a 50-hour certification form signed by a parent, guardian, or licensed driver age 21+, including 10 hours between sunset and sunrise
- Knowledge test: 25 questions; 80% to pass; Web search: 25-question test, 20 correct (80%) to pass
Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to get a permit in Nebraska?
You can get a learner's permit in Nebraska at 15. Learner's Permit (LPD) minimum age is 15; you may apply 60 days before but it cannot be issued until age 15.
How much does a Nebraska permit cost?
The Nebraska permit fee is $13. Original Learner's Permit fee is $8 plus a $5 security fee.
How long do you have to hold your permit in Nebraska?
You must hold your Nebraska permit for at least 6 months before the driving test.
How many practice driving hours does Nebraska require?
Nebraska requires 50 hours of supervised practice driving, including 10 at night.
Where can I practice for the Nebraska permit test?
Right here — take a free Nebraska practice test in your browser, or get the free DMV Prep app for the full DMV-format experience with a readiness score.
