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Who is required to hold a North Dakota driver's license?
Every North Dakota resident who owns a car.
Who is not required to hold a North Dakota driver's license to drive in North Dakota?
For non-residents;
Tourists;
Those in the military who are not citizens of the state.
Who is considered a resident in North Dakota?
A resident of the state for the last 90 days is eligible to apply.
Where can I apply for an operator's license or instruction permit?
At the Department of Transportation's Drivers License Division.
Which documents are required for the application for a driver's license or permit in North Dakota?
An attestation of one's identity;
a copy of your social security card
Proof of residency in North Dakota.
What is the age requirement to obtain a North Dakota D driver's license?
At the age of sixteen.
What is the age requirement to obtain a North Dakota instruction permit?
At the age of fourteen.
How can I practice driving with my instruction permit?
Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a licensed driver with at least three years of driving experience who is sitting next to them in the vehicle.
How can I obtain an instruction permit in North Dakota?
Must be 14 years old or older.
Approved and sponsored by a parent or legal guardian;
Take a written and visual examination to prove your expertise.
How can I upgrade from my instruction permit to a full operator's license?
Teenagers aged 14 to 15:
It is required that you keep your instruction permit for a minimum of 12 months or until you turn 16, whichever comes first.
a Certificate of Completion of Driver Education;
At least 50 hours of supervised driving are required.
Drive safely.
If you're 16 or 17:
Six months or until you turn 18, whichever comes first, is the time limit for holding an instruction permit;
Take the road test.
What happens after I pass my road test?
In order to get a minor driver's license, you must be at least 15 years old.
no automobiles of your own; only those belonging to your parents/guardians/family members
between the hours of nine p.m. and five a.m., only if accompanied by an 18-year-old licensed driver in the passenger seat.
At the age of sixteen, your limited driver's license will become unrestricted.
Can the road test be waived?
A North Dakota Driving School Certificate of Course Completion or a North Dakota Department of Public Instruction Student Completion Certificate proving that you've finished the following courses may get you out of the requirement.
a minimum of 30 classroom hours of driving instruction;
a minimum of six hours of driving practice.
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Do I need an appointment for my knowledge test in North Dakota?
The written exam does not need an appointment.
Which documents are required to access the ND knowledge test?
Proof of legal status in the United States;
Name and birth place verification;
Number assigned to an individual by the federal government;
Approval and sponsorship from a parent or legal guardian must be signed by the holder of parental or guardian (for applicants under age 18).
How can I pass my knowledge test?
Among the 25 multiple-choice questions, you must properly answer at least 20.
Which documents do I have to bring to my road test?
Valid North Dakota driver's license;
The Certificate of Training for Driver's Education (for applicants under 16).
Can I drive to the site of my road test?
If you are under the age of 16, you must be accompanied by a parent or adult.
Do I have to provide a vehicle for my road test in North Dakota?
Yes. In order for a vehicle to be legal, it must be properly registered and in good working order.
Will the examiner inspect my vehicle before the test?
Yes. Check that the following parts of your car are in good functioning order:
Brakes;
Headlights;
Tail and brake lights;
Toggle switches;
Exhaust system with no leaks;
Horn;
Mirrors;
Seatbelts are required;
Windows and windshield.
Do I have to make an appointment for my ND road test?
Yes, the road test requires an appointment.
What is important to pass the road test?
Do what you're told;
Keep to the right;
Send out the right messages.
Parking in the same lane next to each other;
Maintain a proper driving stance.
Traffic regulations must be obeyed at all times.
I failed my test, can I retake it on the same day?
Not at all. You must wait till the next day at the earliest. Before retaking the test, prepare by studying and practicing.
