Massachusetts Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info
  • Minimum Age for Learner Permit 16 years
  • Learner Permit Holding Period 6 months
  • Minimum Amount of Supervised Driving 40 hours (or 30 hours if completed an approved drivers ed program) of driving practice with a qualified supervising driver (i.e.--a licensed driver at least 21 years old)
  • Minimum Age for Driver License 16 years, 6 months
  • Road Test Yes
  • Unsupervised Driving Rules Junior license holders may NOT drive between 12 midnight and 5am unless their parent/guardian is in the vehicle
  • Passenger Rules No minor-aged passengers (other than immediate family) may ride with you for the first six (6) months after receiving your junior license unless a qualified supervising driver is seated in the front passenger seat.

How to get your Massachusetts Driver License step-by-step:

  • Obtain driver education certificate
  • 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 the Driving Exam