The first milestone on the road to getting your California driver’s license (DL) is to obtain your provisional instruction permit, sometimes called a “learner’s permit.” This is for people who are learning to drive and working on the requirements to get a DL.

Provisional instruction permit

Steps:

1. Apply here -> dmv.ca.gov/portal/driver-licenses-identific..

2. Study handbook -> dmv.ca.gov/portal/handbook/california-drive..

3. Schedule an appointment -> dmv.ca.gov/portal/appointments/select-appoi..

4. Pay the application fee

5. Pass a vision exam

6. Take a photo

7. Pass the test with an 80% score

Behind-the-wheel test

Practice well before going to the test

Once passed your DL will be mailed to your address.