Michigan Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info
  • Minimum Age for Learner Permit 14 years, 9 months if successfully completed an approved drivers education course (you may enroll in driver's ed at 14 years, 8 months)
  • Learner Permit holding Period 180 days minimum
  • Minimum amount of supervised driving 50 hours, including 10 at night; 30 of these 50 hours must be completed before enrolling in Segment 2 of Drivers Education.
  • Minimum Age for Driver License 16 years
  • Road Test Yes
  • Unsupervised driving rules Level 1 license holders may never drive without a qualified supervising driver (a licensed adult at least 21 years old) seated in the front passenger seat. Level 2 license holders are prohibited from driving between 12 midnight to 5 a.m. without a qualified supervising driver present
  • Passenger rules No restrictions on passengers for Level 2 license holders
  • Other Driver education is a requirement for drivers under 18.

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

  • Obtain driver education certificate
  • Practice for the written Level 1 Learner’s License 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 Level 1 Learner’s License Written Exam
  • Practice driving with your Level 1 Learner’s License
  • Take the Driving Exam