To get a New Mexico instructional Learner’s Permit, you must be at least 15 years old. That is Stage 1 in New Mexico’s Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) three stage program, which is required for drivers 18 and under.
You must provide proof of:
All requirements can be found on the New Mexico DMV Learner’s Permit page here: http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/apply-for-a-learner-s-permit.aspx
You must pass a written MVD Knowledge Exam consisting of multiple-choice questions based on the New Mexico Drivers Handbook. The exam may taken at the MVD or it can be provided by an MVD “contracted” ‘Driver Education School.
Proof of Identity & Residency Requirements can be found here: http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/drivers-license.aspx
The New Mexico MVD phone numbers is: 888-683-4636 (888-MVD-INFO)
The New Mexico MVD email address is: NH.DMVHelp@dos.nh.gov
http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/apply-for-a-learner-s-permit.aspx
http://mvd.newmexico.gov/nm-drivers-license-id.aspx
New Mexico MVD hours and locations can be found here: http://www.mvd.newmexico.gov/maps-locations.aspx
If you are under 18 years old, a parent must bring you to the MVD office
A vision test is required to obtain a New Mexico Learner’s Permit and Driver’s License
A physical exam is not required to obtain a New Mexico Learner’s Permit or Driver’s License
A photograph will be taken at the New Mexico DMV
Hold your permit for at least six months and pass a TSB “approved” driver education program that includes a 3-hour DWI segment. You also have to pass a state-approved driver education program and complete 50 hours of supervised driving practice