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Florida Permit Test: Cost, Age, and DMV Facts
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How much does the Florida permit test cost?
No separate initial state knowledge-test fee is listed; the original Class E credential costs $48 and a knowledge retest costs $10.
- Learner permit / application fee: $48 original Class E learner’s license; a $6.25 tax collector service fee may apply.
- Knowledge (written) test fee: No separate initial state knowledge-test fee is listed; the original Class E credential costs $48 and a knowledge retest costs $10.
- Initial driver license fee: $48.00 (Original Class E, includes Learner's license)
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Before your Florida knowledge test
Cost details
- The $48 original Class E charge includes learner's licenses. A tax collector may add $6.25; qualifying veterans are exempt from that service fee. Official cost source
- The state knowledge-retest charge is $10. Official cost source
- Applicants under 18 may use an approved online test provider; check its charges before booking. Official cost source
Before you apply
These notes cover selected application steps. Check the linked official instructions for the full requirements for your situation.
- Teen applicants need the Driver Education Traffic Safety course completion and signed or notarized parental consent. Official application instructions
- Gather the accepted identity, Social Security and residential-address documents before visiting for vision and hearing screening. Official application instructions
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Quick facts
Minimum permit age
15 years old for a learner's permit
Knowledge test fee
No separate initial state knowledge-test fee is listed; the original Class E credential costs $48 and a knowledge retest costs $10.
Permit fee
$48 original Class E learner’s license; a $6.25 tax collector service fee may apply.
Initial license fee
$48.00 (Original Class E, includes Learner's license)
Questions on the knowledge test
50
Passing score
40 out of 50 (80 percent)
Retake fee
$10.00 (Knowledge retest)
Retake wait after failing
No mandatory wait time specified; only a $10 re-exam fee applies to retakes
Supervised driving before road test
50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night, before a full license
Documents to bring
Original documents validating identity, Social Security number, and residential address
Find an office / appointment
Use the FLHSMV Locations page (county-by-county directory of driver license and motor vehicle service centers). Many offices require appointments; policy varies by office/county.
REAL ID status
REAL ID licenses show a star in the upper right corner; requires an in-person visit with proof of identity, legal residence, and date of birth, a Social Security card or proof of SSN, and two documents showing principal residence. Federal enforcement began May 7, 2025.
Motorcycle license
Age 16+ (under 18 needs 1-year learner's license, clean record); requires valid Class E license, pass Class E knowledge test, and complete Basic RiderCourse (BRC) safety course for endorsement
Commercial license (CDL)
Minimum age 18; drivers under 21 are restricted to intrastate driving only (21 for interstate). Requires an Operator's License, meeting vision requirements, and passing knowledge and skills tests
Official source: Florida DHSMV
Things like renewing registration, REAL ID, or a change of address are outside what this page covers -- go straight to the official Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) site.
How much is the Florida permit test?
Florida knowledge test fee: No separate initial state knowledge-test fee is listed; the original Class E credential costs $48 and a knowledge retest costs $10. (official source). Permit fee: $48 original Class E learner’s license; a $6.25 tax collector service fee may apply. (official source).
How many questions are on the Florida permit test?
The official Florida knowledge test: 50 (official source). Passing score: 40 out of 50 (80 percent) (official source).
Florida DMV fees at a glance
| Fee | Official figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge test fee | No separate initial state knowledge-test fee is listed; the original Class E credential costs $48 and a knowledge retest costs $10. | source |
| Permit fee | $48 original Class E learner’s license; a $6.25 tax collector service fee may apply. | source |
| Initial license fee | $48.00 (Original Class E, includes Learner's license) | source |
| Retake fee | $10.00 (Knowledge retest) | source |
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What a Florida driver license covers
Initial license fee: $48.00 (Original Class E, includes Learner's license) (official source)
REAL ID status: REAL ID licenses show a star in the upper right corner; requires an in-person visit with proof of identity, legal residence, and date of birth, a Social Security card or proof of SSN, and two documents showing principal residence. Federal enforcement began May 7, 2025. (official source)
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The gold star marks a REAL ID compliant card. Many states hand you a paper interim license the day you pass and mail the physical card later; the interim paper generally works for driving but not for TSA airport ID. Check the official Florida DMV site for exact card timelines.
Getting a license in Florida
Getting your first permit
In Florida, the minimum permit age is 15 years old for a learner's permit. When you apply for a permit or license, bring: original documents validating identity, Social Security number, and residential address. Use the FLHSMV Locations page (county-by-county directory of driver license and motor vehicle service centers). Many offices require appointments; policy varies by office/county.
Fees, retakes, and practice hours
No separate initial state knowledge-test fee is listed; the original Class E credential costs $48 and a knowledge retest costs $10. If you fail the knowledge test: no mandatory wait time specified; only a $10 re-exam fee applies to retakes. Before the road test, the state requires 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 hours at night, before a full license.
REAL ID, motorcycle, and CDL
REAL ID licenses show a star in the upper right corner; requires an in-person visit with proof of identity, legal residence, and date of birth, a Social Security card or proof of SSN, and two documents showing principal residence. Federal enforcement began May 7, 2025. For a motorcycle license: age 16+ (under 18 needs 1-year learner's license, clean record); requires valid Class E license, pass Class E knowledge test, and complete Basic RiderCourse (BRC) safety course for endorsement. For a commercial license (CDL): minimum age 18; drivers under 21 are restricted to intrastate driving only (21 for interstate). Requires an Operator's License, meeting vision requirements, and passing knowledge and skills tests.
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