DMV Idaho · Facts and practice test
Idaho DMV: age, fees, test facts
Sourced procedural facts for Idaho DMV, plus a free 73-question practice test with real sign images and audio.
Quick facts
Minimum permit age
14.5 years old for a Driver Training/Supervised Instruction Permit
Knowledge test fee
Knowledge test costs $5; the instruction permit fee is $21.50 total
Retake wait after failing
Must wait at least 3 days before retaking a failed test; fee must be repaid
Supervised driving before road test
50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night) over at least 6 months, for applicants under 17
Documents to bring
Certified birth certificate, photo ID, Social Security card/number, proof of Idaho residency, and parent/guardian consent if a minor
Find an office / appointment
Use the ITD DMV Locations directory (101 offices by county) for addresses, hours, and appointment links. Policy varies: many driver-service offices are appointment-only, others accept walk-ins.
REAL ID status
Idaho's REAL ID is the Star Card, requiring proof of identity, SSN, and two residency documents at a DMV office; use the 'Add the Star' tool for a personalized document list. Federal enforcement began May 7, 2025.
Motorcycle license
Minimum age 17 for full M endorsement (15 for learner's permit); under 21 must complete an approved motorcycle rider training course
Commercial license (CDL)
Minimum age 18 (intrastate/K-restricted); 21 for interstate or hazmat. Requires valid Class D license, 1 year driving experience, knowledge+skills tests
Official source: Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), Division of Motor Vehicles
Things like renewing registration, REAL ID, or a change of address are outside what this page covers -- go straight to the official Idaho Transportation Department, Division of Motor Vehicles site.
Getting a license in Idaho
Getting your first permit
In Idaho, the minimum permit age is 14.5 years old for a Driver Training/Supervised Instruction Permit. When you apply for a permit or license, bring: certified birth certificate, photo ID, Social Security card/number, proof of Idaho residency, and parent/guardian consent if a minor. Use the ITD DMV Locations directory (101 offices by county) for addresses, hours, and appointment links. Policy varies: many driver-service offices are appointment-only, others accept walk-ins.
Fees, retakes, and practice hours
Knowledge test costs $5; the instruction permit fee is $21.50 total. If you fail the knowledge test: must wait at least 3 days before retaking a failed test; fee must be repaid. Before the road test, the state requires 50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night) over at least 6 months, for applicants under 17.
REAL ID, motorcycle, and CDL
Idaho's REAL ID is the Star Card, requiring proof of identity, SSN, and two residency documents at a DMV office; use the 'Add the Star' tool for a personalized document list. Federal enforcement began May 7, 2025. For a motorcycle license: minimum age 17 for full M endorsement (15 for learner's permit); under 21 must complete an approved motorcycle rider training course. For a commercial license (CDL): minimum age 18 (intrastate/K-restricted); 21 for interstate or hazmat. Requires valid Class D license, 1 year driving experience, knowledge+skills tests.
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