To get a Florida Learner’s Permit you must:
- Be at least 15 years old
- Pass a vision test
- Complete a DHSMV-approved Traffic Law and Substance Abuse Education Course (4hr Drug and Alcohol Course)
- A list of FLHSMV-approved course providers can be found online
- Pass the Class E knowledge exam either through:
- Driver’s education
- Online (only those under the age of 18 are eligible to take the knowledge exam online)
- Find more info at the FLHSMV’s website
- At any Pinellas County tax collector location except the Courthouse in downtown Clearwater
- In-office knowledge exams have a 60-minute time limit and are limited to two attempts per day
- The tax collector fee to set up each customer for a test is $6.25
- This fee is collected before the test begins and is charged only one time per office visit
- The State of Florida charges $10.00 per test
- This fee is collected after the test is over
- The state waives this fee on the first attempt
- Have one parent or legal guardian present or have their signature on a notarized Parental Consent Form if the applicant is under age 18
- Have the signature of one parent or legal guardian on the Parent Proctoring Form if the knowledge exam was taken online
- Be in good standing regarding school attendance policies