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COVID-19 Effects on Licensing Services
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, state DMVs nationwide have closed driver licensing offices, extended license and registration expiration dates, and/or limited the transactions they are processing.If possible, residents should use the DDS' online services to complete any relevant transactions. Follow the DDS' recent updates for the latest information.
Applying for a Driver's License in Georgia
Getting a new driver's license in Georgia is pretty straightforward, whether you've just moved to the state or you're getting a driver's license for the first time.
You'll need to gather several documents and take them to a Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) office.
Depending on your previous driving experience, you may have to take a written permit test, a driving test, or both.
Georgia Secure ID Driver's Licenses
The Georgia DDS began issuing federally-compliant REAL ID driver’s licenses—called the SecureID—in 2012. A Secure ID allows you to use your license for domestic travel and entry into federal and military buildings. The information below reflects the requirements to obtain a Georgia Secure ID.
For details on GA REAL IDs, see the DDS' guide and FAQs.
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You have 30 days to transfer your out-of-state license to a new Georgia driver's license when you become a resident of the state.
To exchange your out-of-state driver's license, you must:
- Be 17 or 18 years old with a equivalent class C driver's license.
- Have a driver's license (valid or expired less than 2 years) from a U.S. state or Washington, D.C.
- If you do not have your driver's license with you, you can submit a clearance letter or certified driving record dated within the last 30 days.
All new Georgia residents must exchange their out-of-state license in person at a GA DDS office. You will need:
- Your current driver's license (or a clearance letter or certified driving record if you do not have it).
- 1 document proving your identification, such as your:
- U.S. passport.
- U.S. birth certificate (original or certified copy).
- 1 document to verify your Social Security number (SSN), such as your:
- Social Security card.
- W-2 with your name and at least part of your SSN.
- 2 documents to prove your Georgia residency, such as:
- A utility bill dated within the last 6 months.
- A financial statement dated within the last 6 months. (bank, loan, credit card, credit union or investment statements)
- Payment for the driver's license fee:
- $32 for 8 years.
- To pass a vision exam.
See the Georgia DDS website for a complete list of accepted documents proving your identity, Social Security, and GA residency.
NOTE: If your out-of-state driver's license has been expired for more than 2 years ORit's from a U.S. territory, you will need to follow the new driver's license application steps listed in “Applying for a GA Driver's License' below.
Types of Georgia Driver's Licenses
The GA Department of Driver Services offers several non-commercial driver's licenses:
- Class C: For vehicles weighing no more than 26,000 lbs. (a “regular' driver's license).
- Class E: For truck and trailer combinations weighing more than 26,001 lbs. combined and towing more than 10,000 lbs.
- Class F: For single vehicles weighing 26,001 lbs. or more.
- Class M: For motorcycles.
Georgia driver's licenses are available for 8 years.
Georgia Driver's License Eligibility Requirements
If you are at least 18 years old, you do not need to hold a learner's permit before applying for your full Georgia driver's license, unless you want to practice driving before your driving test. See our Driver's Permits in Georgia page for more information.
If you have a provisional license, it will be converted to a full class C driver's license when you turn 18 years old, as long has you've had no convictions for major traffic violations in the last 12 months.
If you are under 18 years old, see our Applying for a New License (Teen Drivers) in Georgia page.
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Apply for a New Georgia Driver's License
You can apply for a driver's license in person at a Georgia DDS office. You will need:
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- 1 document proving your identity, such as your:
- Valid U.S. passport (or expired for less than 10 years).
- Original or certified U.S. birth certificate.
- 1 document to verify your SSN, such as:
- Your Social Security card.
- A W-2 with your name and at least part of your SSN.
- 2 documents to prove your Georgia residency, such as a:
- A utility bill dated within the last 6 months.
- A financial statement dated within the last 6 months.
- Payment for the driver's license fee:
- $32 for 8 years.
- To pass a:
- Vision exam.
- Written permit test.
- Driving skills test.
- To have your photo taken.
The DDS offers a basic practice test to help you prepare for the written exam. In addition our certified partner offers a comprehensive online practice test that is designed to help you pass the exam on your first try.
See the Georgia Department of Driver Services website for a complete list of accepted proof of identity, Social Security, and residency.
For more information about COVID-19 in Georgia, please visit our resource page or call the Georgia COVID-19 hotline at 844-442-2681.
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Driver's Licenses
The Department of Driver Services (DDS) helps you obtain, renew, or replace learner’s permits, ID cards, and licenses. Learn about driver services during COVID-19.
Apply for a Georgia Driver's License
Georgians who are 18 and older may apply for a non-commercial driver’s license.
Renew a Driver's License
You must renew your driver’s license every 8 years.
Change an Address on an Existing Georgia License
For in-state moves, you have 60 days to change the address on your existing Georgia license.
Transfer an Out-of-State License
If you're moving from another state, you must transfer your current license to a Georgia driver's license within 30 days of moving.
Apply for a Georgia Learner's Permit
A learner’s permit is for Georgia teens preparing to get their full driver’s license.
Apply for a Georgia Provisional Driver's License
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Once you meet certain requirements, you can apply for a provisional driver’s license at age 16.