You are eligible to get a Learner’s Permit in Washington D.C. when you are 16 years old
Parental consent required if driver is under 18 years old
You are eligible to get your Provisional License when you are 16 ½ and meet the other requirements, including:
When applying for a Learner’s Permit or Driver’s License in Washington D.C. for the first time, you must bring:
The Washington D.C. DMV office phone number is (202) 737-4404
The Washington D.C. DMV website is https://dmv.dc.gov/
All Washington D.C. office locations can be found here:
A parent or guardian must accompany you if you are under 18 years old or you must bring written consent
A vision test is required to obtain a Washington D.C. Learner’s Permit and Driver’s License
A physical exam is not required to obtain a Washington D.C. Driver’s License, but any serious medical conditions must be reported
A photograph will be taken at the Washington D.C. DMV office
You must hold a Learner’s Permit for at least six months and get no traffic violations to be eligible for a Driver’s License