Pennsylvania Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info Minimum Age for Learner Permit 16 years Learner Permit Holding Period6 months Minimum Age for Driver License 16 years, 6 months for a junior driver's license Road TestYes Minimum Amount of Supervised Driving 50 hours with a qualified supervising driver (i.e.—a licensed driver who’s at least 21 years old or 18 years old if the supervisor is your spouse). Unsupervised Driving RulesJunior driver’s license holders may not drive between 11pm and 5am unless a licensed adult driver who’s at least 18 years old is seated in the front passenger seat. Exceptions include commuting to or from work or a volunteer/charitable service. Passenger Rules Licensed minors may carry passengers, however every passenger in the vehicle must wear their own seat belt.

How To Get Your

Pennsylvania License Step-by-Step:


Practice for the written Learner Permit 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 Learner Permit Written Exam


Practice driving with your learner permit


Take driving exam