Getting Your License
Who Needs a License? Any resident of Arizona must have an Arizona license to operate a motor vehicle. You must be at least 18 years old to apply for an operators license, but may apply for an Arizona learner’s permit at 15 years, 6 months of age.
Who Needs To Take The Written Test? Any first time driver who is a resident of Arizona must take the written driver’s test, as well as a vision and road skills test. Typically, drivers with a valid out-of-state license are not required to take a written test, but may be asked to do so when applying for their Arizona license.
How to Obtain a License.
To obtain a license you need three things:
- Identification and Proof of Age
- Social Security Number
- Parent / Guardian Approval if under 18
- Complete written, road and vision tests
How to Prepare for the Test
- Attend the classroom and driving instruction
- Study the MVD manual: Driver License Manual (English) Driver License Manual (Spanish)
- Take a practice test