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Drivers License for Out of State Drivers
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Out of State Drivers
How to get your Florida Drivers License
By Florida law, If you have a drivers license from another state you need to obtain a Florida drivers license within 30 days of residency at a local DMV office. If you have an out-of-state drivers license that has not expired past 30 days, then you can exchange it for a Florida drivers license with only a vision test.
If the examiner questions your ability to safely operate a vehicle you may be requested to take a written and/or driving test. It's best to call a local drivers license office and make an appointment. For back up you should also bring proof of citizenship such as an original or certified birth certificate. If you have a vehicle, you will need to get Florida auto insurance and verify the VIN before registering the vehicle.
If your out-of-state drivers license has expired past 30 days, then you need to check with your local drivers license office for requirements. Offices change rules and policies so you need to contact them directly for the most current policy. You may be required to take all the required first time driver courses for Florida.
First Time Driver Requirements
The first requirement is the four-hour Drug and Alcohol Traffic Awareness Course (DATA) which can be taken online. Second, you will need to take the DMV written test on road signs and road rules which can also be completed online to save you time.
DMV Written Test
The DMV written test is also available at your local drivers license office but to save time you can take it online after completing the DATA course. Once you receive your Certificate of Completion for the DATA and DMV tests, then you make an appointment at the drivers license office to take the road test. You will need to bring your Certificate of Completion for the courses and two forms of identification to verify your birth date and social security number.
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TLSAE / DATA Course - required for first time drivers