Nevada driver license guide

Minimum age for an instruction permit

15½.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Instruction permit fee

$22.50 licensing fee, plus a $25 testing fee that covers the written test and first skills test.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Testing fee

$25 for the initial knowledge and skills tests; $10 for each retest.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Instruction permit validity

1 year; an expired permit must be renewed in person with a new parent Financial Responsibility Statement.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Parent co-signature

Applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian to co-sign the application.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Co-signer liability

The co-signer shares liability for damage caused by the minor's negligent or willful driving.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

School attendance proof

Under-18 applicants must submit a Certification of Attendance (DMV 301), valid for 60 days.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Supervising driver

A licensed driver 21 or older with at least 1 year of driving experience must sit next to you.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Written test questions

25 multiple-choice questions; 60 minutes online, no time limit in person.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Passing score

80% (20 correct answers).Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Retaking the written test

You can retake the next day after failing (24 hours if disqualified).Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Retest fee

$10 for each retake.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Online written test

The written test can be taken online from home (KnowTo Drive Nevada), with results sent to the DMV.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Test languages

Online: English and Spanish. In DMV offices: English, Spanish and audio.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

How long a passed test counts

1 year from the date you pass.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Interpreters

Applicants without English or Spanish skills may use an approved interpreter (not a family member) for the written test; none are allowed on the drive test.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Vision standard

At least 20/40 in one eye; needing glasses adds Restriction B.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Documents for a first permit

Proof of identity (such as a certified U.S. birth certificate), proof of Social Security, and two documents with your Nevada home address, unless you already have a Nevada ID card.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Appointments

Required: all DMV services are by appointment except a few drop-off and payment services.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Driver education

Teens under 18 must complete an approved driver education course (30-hour classroom or approved online) before getting a license; not needed for the permit.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Supervised driving hours

At least 50 hours, including 10 at night (100 hours including 10 at night if no driver ed course is available within 30 miles).Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Driving log

Only the RoadReady app or form DLD-130 is accepted.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Holding period before the road test

At least 6 months on a valid instruction permit, age 16+, and a clean record for the past 6 months.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Clean record

No at-fault crashes, moving violations or drug/alcohol convictions in the 6 months before the road test.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

After failing the road test

You may have to wait up to 30 days to retest.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Teen curfew

No driving from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. except to or from school or work.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Teen passenger limit

For the first 6 months, no passengers under 18 except immediate family.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Driver's license fee

$41.50 for an original 8-year non-commercial license.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

License term

Most licenses last 8 years; licenses for people 65 or older (and Driver Authorization Cards) last 4 years.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Online renewal

Allowed for residents aged 16-70 whose license is not expired over 364 days, not suspended, and has no name change; not for permits, CDLs or DACs.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Renewal fee

$41.50 for an 8-year renewal; $10 extra if renewing in person more than 30 days after expiration.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Late renewal fee

$10 when renewing in person more than 30 days after expiration.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Renewal timing

Renew on or before the expiration date; a mailed notice is a courtesy.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

REAL ID

Optional but recommended; REAL ID cards have a gold star in the upper right corner.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Standard license

Standard licenses are marked not for REAL ID purposes and cannot be used for domestic flights or secure federal buildings since May 7, 2025.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

REAL ID documents

One identity document, proof of any name changes, one Social Security document, two Nevada residential address proofs, and approved translations; originals or certified copies only. Shown once.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Deadline for new residents

Apply for a Nevada license within 30 days of becoming a resident.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Tests for new residents (21+)

Holders of a valid U.S., U.S. territory or Canadian license may be exempt from the knowledge and skills tests.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

When new residents must test

Knowledge test if the old license expired or was surrendered over 1 year ago (skills test if over 4 years), among other triggers.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Vehicle registration for new residents

Register your vehicle within 30 days of establishing residency.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Duplicate license fee

$17.50.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

Payment methods

Cash, check or money order for the exact amount; Visa, MasterCard and Discover.Source: dmv.nv.gov · checked Nov 15, 2026

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