Moving to Nebraska: transferring your license
The steps in plain English. Each one links to the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) page it came from. Last checked Nov 15, 2026.
Get your Nebraska license within 30 days of becoming a resident.
Source: dmv.nebraska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Bring proof of citizenship or lawful status, two Nebraska address documents and your Social Security number.
Source: dmv.nebraska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026Surrender your out-of-state license and pass the vision test.
Source: dmv.nebraska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026If you are under 18, meet the provisional permit requirements and get a POP.
Source: dmv.nebraska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
Check before you go: requirements and fees change, and some depend on your age or situation. The official page is the final word.
Related facts
- Deadline for new residents
- Within 30 days of moving, if you have a valid license from another state.Source: dmv.nebraska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- Tests for new residents (18+)
- Surrendering a valid out-of-state license: vision test, with a drive test only at staff discretion. Without the old license, written and drive tests are required.Source: dmv.nebraska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
- New residents under 18
- Must meet all Provisional Operator's Permit requirements and get a POP.Source: dmv.nebraska.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026
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