Section 1 Continued

 Classes of Licenses

The issuance of licenses and permits in Georgia is based on their categorization by Class. The various classes are associated with the types of vehicles that may be driven and the restrictions that apply to operation of those vehicles. Listed in the table titled "Non-Commercial Classes" are the non-commercial classes used in Georgia, along with a description of their purpose.

Pursuant to House Bill 136 (2017), three-wheel autocycles will not require a Class M Motorcycle Operator's License. Autocycles are defined as three-wheel motor vehicles that are equipped with a steering wheel and not handlebars. DDS will not administer road tests that involve the use of an autocycle.

Georgia also issues Class A, B, and C commercial licenses. Information concerning these licenses is included in the Georgia Commercial Drivers Manual, available at all DDS Customer Service Centers and on our website.

Non-Commercial Classes

Fees/Forms of Payment

The fees for obtaining non-commercial driver's licenses, permits, and ID cards in person are listed in the table titled "License, Permit, and Identification Card Fees". This fee schedule is not adjusted to reflect the $5.00 discount for those who choose to renew online or via DDS 2 Go. All DDS Customer Service Centers accept cash, Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards with a bank logo, and Discover and American Express credit cards and mobile pay options. We do not accept checks, money orders, or cashier checks.

License, permit and ID card holders are allowed one free name or address change per issuance term. Other changes can also be made at the time of the free name or address change at no charge. Any subsequent modifications require a full renewal at regular cost. Name changes must be in accordance with the require­ments listed under the "Name Change" heading.

A replacement driver's license, permit or ID card is a duplicate of the replaced document (no modifications or changes) and maybe provided at a cost of $5.00 per occurrence. The replace­ment license/permit/ID card will expire on the original expiration date. However, if a replacement is requested within 150 days of the original expiration date (or within 30 days of the original expiration date for a motorcycle instructional permit), the license/permit/ID must be renewed for a new term at full cost.

License, Permit, and Identification Card Fees

License Restrictions

When issuing a driver's license, DDS is authorized to impose restrictions on your driver's license, whenever there is good cause, to assure the safe operation of a motor vehicle. Any restrictions imposed will appear on your driver's license. If no restrictions are imposed, the letter "A" will appear in the License Restrictions area on your license. The tabled titled "DDS License Restriction Codes" lists the restriction codes used by DDS. Licenses may be issued with multiple restriction codes.

Expired License

To renew a driver's license that has be expired more than two years, you must pass a vision test, a driving test, and an exam to test your knowledge of road signs and road rules. You must also meet Real ID documentation requirements if you have not already done so. See the information under the heading "Read ID Documentation Requirements" for more information about Real ID requirements.

Carrying and Displaying Your License

You must have an appropriate driver's license or permit in your possession while operating a motor vehicle in the State of Georgia. If stopped while driving, you must display your driver's license/permit to any law enforcement officer upon his or her request.

DDS License Restriction Codes