**Age Eligibility:**

- **Teens (15-17 years old):** Must complete a state-approved driver’s education course before applying for a Learner’s Permit.

- **Adults (18+ years old):** Must complete the **6-hour Adult Pre-Licensing Course** before applying for a Driver’s License.

- **Identification Documents:**

- Original **birth certificate** (or certified copy)

- Valid **Social Security card**

- Proof of **Louisiana residency** (such as a utility bill or school enrollment form)

- **Knowledge Exam:**

- Must pass the **Louisiana OMV written test** to obtain a Learner’s Permit or Driver’s License.

- Additional study resources are available through the **eLearner platform** for extra test preparation.

- **Behind-the-Wheel Training:**

- **Teens (15-17 years old):** Required to complete **8 hours of behind-the-wheel driving** with a certified instructor.

- **Adults (18+ years old):** Behind-the-wheel training is optional but highly recommended for confidence and skill-building.

- **Road Skills Test:**

- Must pass the **driving test** administered by the Louisiana OMV or a **third-party tester** to obtain a Driver’s License.

- **Parental/Guardian Consent (Teens Only):**

- Applicants under **18 years old** must have a **parent or legal guardian** present to sign their application.