How to apply for Pennsylvania Learner Permit when you are below 18?
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply for a Pennsylvania Driver License, first they must apply for the Learner Permit. The residents of Pennsylvania whose age is 16 years or above they can apply for Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit. Applying for the Learner Permit applicants must visit their nearest Pennsylvania Driver License Center in person.
Note All type of First-time drivers and all age groups applying for Pennsylvania Drivers License, first, they must apply for Learner’s Permit.
Sponsored LinksSimple Steps for Getting Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit:
- Step 1: After turning in to 16 years, read the Pennsylvania Drivers Manual. Prepare for the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test.
- Step2: Visit your nearest physician or physician assistant or chiropractor to take a physical examination.
- Step3: After the completion of the physical examination, fill the Non-commercial Lerner’s Permit application – DL-180.
- Step4: List out the Supporting documents which prove your full legal name, Social Security Number, your Identity and your Pennsylvania residency.
- Step5: If you are less than 18 years then take a DL-180TD application form and complete it with your parents.
- Step6: Visit your nearest Driver License Center applying for the learner permit along with the DL-180 and DL-180TD filled application forms, required supporting documents and the prescribed fees.
- Step4: Pay the fees, (fees can be paid by cheque or money order cash will not be accepted) and appear for the eye screening Test and Pennsylvania Knowledge Test.
- Step5: After the Successful completion of Pennsylvania Written Knowledge Test, you will be issued your Pennsylvania initial Learner’s Permit.
- Step6: Such issued Pennsylvania initial Learner Permit will be valid for 6 months, according to your convenience you can plan for road test within that 6 months time to get your driver license.
Download Pennsylvania Drivers Manual preparing for Pennsylvania Knowledge Test – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Manuals/Manuals/PA%20Drivers%20Manual%20By%20Chapter/English/PUB%2095.pdf
Download Pennsylvania Drivers Manual – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Manuals/Manuals/PA%20Drivers%20Manual%20By%20Chapter/English/PUB%2095.pdf
Download Pennsylvania Knowledge Test Material – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Manuals/Manuals/PA%20Drivers%20Manual%20By%20Chapter/English/PUB%2095.pdf
Download DL-180 Form applying for Pennsylvania Non-Commercial Learner’s Permit – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180.pdf
Download DL-180 Form – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180.pdf
Download DL-180TD Form applying for Pennsylvania Non-Commercial Learner’s Permit – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180TD.pdf
Download Parent/Guardian Consent Form applying for PennsylvaniaNon-Commercial Learner’s Permit – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180TD.pdf
Sponsored LinksPennsylvania Learner’s Permit Applying Process (for 18 years below applicants):
- Visit Pennsylvania’s DMV Official Portal.
- Download the Pennsylvania Drivers Manual.
- Prepare for the Pennsylvania Knowledge test.
- After the successful preparation for the Pennsylvania Knowledge test.
- Visit your nearest physician or physician assistant or chiropractor to take a physical examination.
- After the Successful completion of the physical examination.
- Download the DL-180 Form applying for Pennsylvania initial Learner’s Permit.
- Fill the application form; Download the DL-180TD Form (Parent/Guardian Consent Form).
- DL-180TD Form must be filled by your parent or Guardian.
- Check the above mentioned required documents applying for Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit.
- Visit your nearest Pennsylvania Driver License Center along with the filled DL-180, DL-180TD, prescribed fees, and the required supporting documents applying for Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit.
- Submit the completely filled application DL-180, DL-180TD, and the required supporting documents to the authorized person at the Pennsylvania Driver License Center.
- After the verification of your application form, pay the prescribed fees applying for Pennsylvania initial Learner’s Permit. (Fees can be paid by cheque or money order cash will not be accepted).
- After paying the fees you will be allowed for Vision test or Screening Test.
- After passing the Screening Test, you will be allowed to write the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test.
- After Passing the Pennsylvania Knowledge Test, the authorized person will issue yours Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit with a validity of 6 months.
- After getting the Pennsylvania Learner’s Permit, during this six months period you have to practice driving in the presence of a supervised driver for 65 hours. This 65 hours driving practice includes 10 hours night driving practice and 5 hours bad weather driving practice.
- After the successful completion of 65 hours supervised driving practice, Download the DL-180C and it should be completed by your Parent/Guardian.
- Visit the Pennsylvania DMV official portal to schedule a Drive test online. Or you can even book for drive test by telephone – 1-800-423-5542.
- On the appointment day, visit the Driver License Center along with your valid learner’s permit, DL-180C (Parent or Guardian Certification Form), supervised driver’s valid License, vehicle, vehicle insurance, and Vehicle registration.
- Take the Drive Test and pass it to earn your Pennsylvania Driver License.
Download DL-180 Form applying for Pennsylvania Non Commercial Learner’s Permit – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180.pdf
Download DL-180 Form – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180.pdf
Download DL-180TD Form applying for Pennsylvania Non Commercial Learner’s Permit – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180TD.pdf
Download Parent/Guardian Consent Form applying for Pennsylvania Non Commercial Learner’s Permit – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180TD.pdf
Download DL-180C Form (Parent or Guardian Certificate Form) – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180C.pdf
Schedule a Pennsylvania Drive Test Online – https://www.dot4.state.pa.us/exam_scheduling/eslogin.jsp?navigation=true
Book a Pennsylvania Drive Test Online – https://www.dot4.state.pa.us/exam_scheduling/eslogin.jsp?navigation=true
Schedule a Pennsylvania Drive Test by Phone – 1-800-423-5542.
Book a Pennsylvania Drive Test by Phone – 1-800-423-5542.
Sponsored LinksWhat are the Documents required applying for Pennsylvania Driver License?
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply or who are applying for the Pennsylvania driver License, while applying they have to produce the following documents.
- Pennsylvania DL Application – DL-180.
- Proof of U.S Citizenship.
- Evidence of Lawful presence.
- Proof of Pennsylvania Residency.
- Proof of Social Security Number.
Pennsylvania DL Application Form:
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply or who are applying for the Pennsylvania driver License, while applying they have to apply by using the DL-180 Form.
Download Pennsylvania Knowledge Test Material – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Manuals/Manuals/PA%20Drivers%20Manual%20By%20Chapter/English/PUB%2095.pdf
Download DL-180 Form applying for Pennsylvania Non Commercial Learner’s Permit – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180.pdf
Download DL-180 Form – http://www.dot.state.pa.us/Public/DVSPubsForms/BDL/BDL%20Form/DL-180.pdf
Proof of U.S Citizenship or Proof of Lawful Presence:
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply or who are applying for the Pennsylvania driver License, while applying they have to submit any one of the following documents which prove that they are a Citizen of U.S and that document must contain their full legal name.
- S Birth Certificate.
- S Passport Book.
- S Passport Card.
- S Identification Card.
- Permanent Resident Card (1-551).
- Permanent Resident Card (1-94).
- S Travel Document.
- EAD Employment Authorization Card (1-766).
- 1-551 Stamp in Foreign Passport.
- 1-94 Stamped Sec.208 Asylee or Sec.207 Refugee.
- S Citizenship Certificate.
- S Certificate of Naturalization (N-550 or N-560 or N-561 or N-570 or N-578).
- Machine readable Immigrant Visa with temporary 1-551 language and ADIT stamp.
- Student Document with SEVIS number.
- 1-20 Non-immigrant students (F-1).
- DS-2019 exchange visitor (J-1) certificate.
- Non student documents with alien number.
- Non student documents with 1-94 number.
Proof of Pennsylvania Residency:
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply or who are applying for the Pennsylvania driver License, while applying they have to submit any two of the following documents which proves their Pennsylvania residency. If anyone is unable to provide any two of the following documents in such case they can submit a Pennsylvania residency affidavit and with that Pennsylvania residency affidavit you have to submit 2 residential proof documents of your neighbors.
- Pennsylvania Vehicle Registration or Title.
- Deed or Mortgage.
- Lease/Rental agreement.
- Monthly Mortgage Statement or Mortgage payment booklet.
- Automobile Payment booklet.
- Selective service Card.
- Medical or health card.
- Utility bills (latest).
- W-2 Form.
- 1099 Form.
- Form DS2019.
- Concealed Hand gun License.
- License to Carry.
- Medical Card.
- Health Card.
- Automobile Payment booklet.
Proof of Social Security Number:
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply or who are applying for the Pennsylvania driver License, while applying they have to submit any one of the following documents which prove their Social Security.
- Social Security Card.
- W-2 Form.
- SSA-1099 Form.
- A Non-SSA-1099 Form.
- A paystub containing your Legal Name and Social Security Number.
Proof of Primary Identity:
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply or who are applying for the Pennsylvania driver License, while applying they have to submit any one of the following documents which prove their Primary Identification.
- Pennsylvania DL with minimum 2 years validity.
- Pennsylvania ID with minimum 2 years validity.
- United States Birth Certificate.
- Valid United States Passport.
- Valid United States Passport card.
- Certificate of Naturalization.
- Form N-550.
- Form N-570.
- Certificate of Citizenship.
- Form N-560.
- Form N-561.
- Unexpired Military photo ID Card.
- Permanent Resident Card.
- American Indian Card (1-872).
- Northern Mariana Card (1-873).
- EAD Employment Authorization Card (1-766).
- 1-551 Stamp in Foreign Passport.
- 1-94 Stamped Sec.208 Asylee or Sec.207 Refugee.
- S Certificate of Naturalization (N-550 or N-560 or N-561 or N-570 or N-578).
- Machine readable Immigrant Visa with temporary 1-551 language and ADIT stamp.
Proof of Secondary Identity:
The residents of Pennsylvania who intend to apply or who are applying for the Pennsylvania driver License, while applying they have to submit one Primary Identification Document, if any one who cannot submit the Primary Identification document in such case he/she can submit any two secondary identification documents from the below mentioned list.
- S Birth Certificate.
- A court Order Indicating your name and Date of Birth.
- S Citizens born abroad, they can submit the DS-1350 or FS-545 or FS-240.
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