Georgia teen permit rules

Minimum permit age

15 for the ordinary Class CP permit; a separate special permit is available at14 for a qualifying visually impaired parent/guardian/responsible adult.

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Requirements under 18

Submit the permit form and required identity, address and citizenship or lawful-presence documents, including Social Security information. Under-18 applicants must show school enrollment or an accepted completion/alternative record and attend with a parent, guardian, responsible adult or authorized driving instructor to sign. Pass vision and knowledge exams and pay the fee.

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Driver’s education

For a provisional Class D license at age 16 or 17, complete DDS-approved driver education and ADAP. This is a license-stage requirement, separate from the Class CP learner permit.

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Handbook and related study

Georgia Department of Driver Services Drivers' Manual · 2023–2024 · Official handbook

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