You must get a new picture taken at least once for every other renewal. You may get a new photo at any time for any reason (for a fee). Complete the required documents and schedule an appointment to visit an office.
Learner's Permit
If I have temporary lawful status in the United States, will the Driver's License or ID card issued to me be different?
Your card will read “limited term” and the expiration date will coincide with the expiration of valid legal status obtained from documentation provided. If your lawful stay has no defined end or expiration date, you will have the option of choosing a 2 or 4 year card.
Does a Driver's License or ID card marked “limited term” have different or lesser privileges?
No. The Driver's License or ID card remains fully valid for all purposes normally associated with a Driver's License or ID card in the form issued.
A Driver's License or ID card marked “limited term” merely signifies that it is issued to a person who is a foreign national with temporary lawful status in the United States and has a shorter term than a regular Driver's License or ID card.
Foreign Exchange Parental Authorization
Commercial Driver's Learner Permit (CLP)
You must have a valid CDL or Commercial Drivers Learner’s Permit to drive a commercial motor vehicle.
Motorcycle Learner's Permit
License/Permit Application - English
Teen Drivers
Your decision to obtain a Learner’s Permit or a Junior Driver’s License carries one of life’s most significant social responsibilities. You are committing to maintaining a safe operating vehicle that meets Vermont’s emissions standards, carrying liability insurance, always obeying the rules of the road, and adopting habits that eliminate driving distractions.
Learner's Permit
Who needs a Learner’s Permit?
If you are a Vermont resident and want to drive in Vermont, you will have to get a Vermont Learner’s Permit. You must be at least 15 years old to take the test. A resident of another State enrolled in a Vermont Driver Education & Training course can also obtain a Vermont Learner's Permit (A letter from the school confirming enrollment will be required).
FAQs.
No. The receipt acts as your temporary learners permit for 90-days from the date on this receipt. This must be in your possession when operating a motor vehicle.
DMV will review the information and run checks to verify the information. If the checks don’t come back clear you will be notified to correct your information before a learner permit is sent to you.
You are allowed to read the test if necessary but are not allowed to give your child the correct answers.
If you fail a road test, you must wait at least seven days before retaking the test.
If you fail a knowledge test you must wait at least one day before retaking the test.
You may take the test as many times as you wish until you pass.
Yes. You will pay the test fee each time you take the test.
Yes. Due to the Graduated License Law, you will need to hold your learner permit for a year prior to taking the road test.
Yes, the age of the permit holder is not relevant. The licensed driver must be unimpaired and 25 or older.
Your card will read “limited term” and the expiration date will coincide with the expiration of valid legal status obtained from documentation provided. If your lawful stay has no defined end or expiration date, you will have the option of choosing a 2 or 4 year card.
No. The Driver's License or ID card remains fully valid for all purposes normally associated with a Driver's License or ID card in the form issued.
A Driver's License or ID card marked “limited term” merely signifies that it is issued to a person who is a foreign national with temporary lawful status in the United States and has a shorter term than a regular Driver's License or ID card.
Yes
Also see, Recognition of Nonresident Licenses; Foreign Visitors