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Teen Driver Road Test (Under 18)
Walk-ins are not accepted; you must schedule an appointment and meet the following requirements:
- Fulfill all Class D License requirements—see Class D Provisional License for documents and bring all listed items.
- Be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older; only the applicant and this driver are allowed in the vehicle.
- No other minors, children, or pets are permitted in the vehicle during the test.
Vehicle Requirements
- Bring a paper copy of the vehicle registration and a current valid insurance card.
- For rental cars, the applicant’s name must be on the rental agreement.
- If the vehicle has temporary tags or was purchased within the last 30 days, provide a bill of sale.
- The vehicle must pass a DDS safety inspection before the test.
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Drivers 18 and Over Road Test
Walk-ins are not accepted; you must schedule an appointment and meet the following requirements:
- Hold a valid Georgia Non-Commercial Learner’s Permit.
- Sign an affidavit confirming 40 hours of supervised road driving, including 6 hours at night.
- Pass the Driver’s License knowledge exam.
- Be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older; only the applicant and this driver are allowed in the vehicle.
- No children or pets are permitted in the vehicle during the test.
- Customers with suspended licenses are not eligible to test.
Vehicle Requirements
- Bring a paper copy of the vehicle registration and a current valid insurance card.
- For rental cars, the applicant’s name must be on the rental agreement.
- If the vehicle has temporary tags or was purchased within the last 30 days, provide a bill of sale.
- The vehicle must pass a DDS safety inspection before the test.
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Motorcycle Skills Test
Walk-ins are not accepted; testing is available on limited days and times at DDS Customer Service Centers (see Center Map for locations). Requirements include:
- Hold a valid Georgia Motorcycle Permit (MP); otherwise, you will not be tested.
- Be at least 17 years old.
- Fulfill all Class M License requirements—see Class M Motorcycle License for documents.
- Customers with suspended licenses are not eligible to test.
- Exemption: Completing an approved license waiver motor safety course waives written and skills tests.
Motorcycle Requirements
- Bring motorcycle registration/proof of ownership and valid insurance.
- If the cycle has temporary tags or was purchased within the last 30 days, provide a bill of sale.
- The motorcycle must pass a safety inspection.
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Commercial (CDL) Road Test
Walk-ins are not accepted; all tests are by appointment only at select locations:
- Albany
- Between
- Brunswick
- Cumming (no Class A CDL)
- Dalton
- Douglasville
- Forsyth
- Gainesville
- Milledgeville
- Rome
- Thomson
Requirements include:
- Complete
Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) before testing or adding a Hazmat endorsement for the first time (effective February 7, 2022, for Class A/B CDL, upgrades, or S/P/H endorsements).
- Hold a valid Georgia driver’s license and CDL learner's permit (AP, BP) and maintain the CDL learner’s permit for a minimum of 14 days before taking the skills test.
- Bring a paper copy of the vehicle registration, valid insurance card, and Medical Certificate (if applicable).
- If the vehicle has temporary tags or was purchased within the last 30 days, provide a bill of sale.
- The vehicle must pass a DDS safety inspection.
- Bring a paper copy of the
CDL Vehicle Inspection Checklist for the Modernized Road Skills Test.
- Arrive 20 minutes early; late arrivals may lead to rescheduling.
- Customers with suspended licenses are not eligible until reinstatement requirements are met.
- Commercial road tests require a $50 non-transferable fee per attempt, payable in advance (credit cards online; cash at a Customer Service Center with a paper receipt).
Note: A 72-hour notice is required to reschedule or cancel CDL appointments, or the fee is forfeited, and a new $50 fee will be required.