Michigan Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info Minimum Age for Learner Permit 14 years, 9 months if successfully completed an approved drivers education course (you may enroll in driver's ed at 14 years, 8 months) Learner Permit holding Period180 days minimum Minimum amount of supervised driving 50 hours, including 10 at night; 30 of these 50 hours must be completed before enrolling in Segment 2 of Drivers Education. Minimum Age for Driver License16 years Road Test Yes Unsupervised driving rulesLevel 1 license holders may never drive without a qualified supervising driver (a licensed adult at least 21 years old) seated in the front passenger seat. Level 2 license holders are prohibited from driving between 12 midnight to 5 a.m. without a qualified supervising driver present Passenger rules No restrictions on passengers for Level 2 license holders OtherDriver education is a requirement for drivers under 18.

How To Get Your

Michigan License Step-by-Step:


Obtain driver education certificate


Practice for the written Level 1 Learner’s License Exam using our free practice tests


Find a driver license office and schedule an appointment for the written exam (you may also simply show up but you may have to wait some time)


Take the Level 1 Learner’s License Written Exam


Practice driving with your Level 1 Learner’s License


Take the Driving Exam