Driver's Education

Licensing Requirements

Documentation United States Citizens : If you are a US citizen applying for a first-time beginner’s permit, driver’s license, or identification card, you must provide to any branch office original documents showing proof of your US citizenship, identity, date and place of birth, social security number, and SC address. Reference the US Citizen’s Checklist (SCDMV form MV-93) for a complete list of required documents.

Beginner’s Permit

If you have never had a driver’s license, you must start with a beginner’s permit.

You must be at least 15 years old.

You must pass the vision and knowledge test.

You may drive from 6 a.m. to midnight if a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and has at least one year of driving experience is in the front seat with you.

You may drive after midnight but any licensed individual listed in SC Code Section 56-1-100(A) (1-7) must supervise you.

You must hold your beginner’s permit for at least 180 days, regardless of your age, before you The Driver’s License 1-5 The Driver’s License 1-5 may apply for any type of license. You may apply on the 181st day or anytime thereafter.

SCDMV Licensing