Drivers under the age of 18 and new residents are required to apply for a new driver’s license.
The type of license will depend on your needs. Teen drivers reaching age 15 may apply for a learners permit and begin the process to receive their driver’s license. While people moving to the state will be required to obtain a Florida license, commercial and motorcycle operators visiting must also complete the application process in order to legally operate these vehicles on roads. With over 14 million currently licensed drivers yearly in Florida, new drivers account for more than 800,000 of these with nearly 400,000 belonging to new residents. New Driver’s License in Florida Who needs a license?
