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Washington Drivers License - First Time Drivers

Drivers 18 and over
How to get a new Washington State driver license

If you have never had a driver license before and are over 18:

  1. Visit a driver licensing office. Bring with you:
  2. Complete a driver license application, which includes:
    • your address and phone number.
    • a physical description, (height, weight and eye color).
    • your place of birth and mother’s maiden name.
    • a physical and mental fitness statement.
    • previous driver license information, if any.
    • suspensions, revocations, or cancellations of prior driver licenses.
    • your social security number, which is mandatory to help enforce child support laws. Your social security number will be verified but does not appear on your license.
  3. Pass a knowledge test. (The knowledge test must be completed before you can schedule a driving test.)
  4. Pass a vision screening and demonstration of color recognition.
  5. Pass a driving test. (If you plan to practice for your driving test, you will need to get an instruction permit.)
  6. Have your photograph taken.
Receiving your license

You will receive a temporary license at the driver licensing office, which will allow you to drive for 45 days. Your new finalized Washington driver license will be processed and mailed to you within 7–10 days. If for some reason you have not received your new license within 30 days, please return to any driver licensing office.

How to get a Washington State driver license if you have a valid license from another state

To learn how to get a driver license after moving to Washington from another state, see Moving? Get WA license.

How to get an enhanced driver license (EDL)

See Steps to getting your EDL/EID to learn how to get a Washington State enhanced driver license, which is an acceptable alternative to a passport for re-entry into the U.S. at land and sea border crossings.

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