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Michigan Driver’s License & Permit FAQ
Permit Test Key Details
Number of Questions: 50
Correct Answers Needed to Pass: 40
Passing Score: 80%
Minimum Age to Apply: 14 years 9 months (for teen / Level 1 permit)
Documents Needed
- Proof of Identity. Birth certificate, U.S. passport, certificate of naturalization
- Proof of Legal Presence / Citizenship. Immigration documents (if non-citizen)
- Proof of Social Security Number. Social Security card, W-2, pay stub, SSA-1099
- Proof of Residency / Address. Utility bill, lease/mortgage statement, school record, bank statement
- Proof of Driver Education / Enrollment. For minors, certificate of completion or proof of enrollment in state-approved driver education
- Parental / Guardian Consent. If applicant is under 18, a parent or legal guardian generally must sign
- Fee Payment. The application / permit / licensing fee
- Vision / Eye Exam. In-office vision screening at DMV / licensing office
What happens if I don’t pass the test?
- For the online test (for adults 18+), you may take it up to 2 times per calendar day (paying the fee each time)
- For failed written / knowledge tests generally, you must wait at least one day before retesting
- For teen permit (under 18), failure attempts are limited: you get up to 3 attempts within 90 days; if you fail all three or delay beyond 90 days, you must restart the application.
Steps to getting your license
See all your Learner’s Permit Driving Requirements and all the steps you need to follow to get your license here.
What you need to do after getting your permit test
- Find your driving instructor – see our article for tips and what to watch out for here.
- Start practicing with a licensed adult – learn why this is important here.
- Use GUIDE2Safeti to log your hours and get structured, quality practice. See your driving hours requirements here.
- Prepare for your road test – see what you need to know here.
New License: What Are the Driving Restrictions?
Your provisional license comes with some restrictions you should be aware of if you don’t want to risk loosing your new license. Review those restrictions here.
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