Here you'll find some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Louisiana driver's licenses, driving privileges, identification cards, and much more.

Note that questions regarding vehicle registration and titling are answered in our Registration FAQs section.

You'll save yourself some time by checking out this page and the rest of our Driver's License and ID sections before you contact the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV).

What exams will I need to take in order to obtain my license?

You'll be required to take a vision exam, traffic signs and signals exam, knowledge of traffic laws exam, and a road skills exam.

The Unofficial DMV Guide provides information about Louisiana Driver Education.

My best friend claims that because she turned 17 last week, she can now get her full license. Is that true?

Yes, as long as she has successfully obtained her learner's permit and intermediate license as outlined in our Teen Drivers section.

Do I need to obtain a Louisiana driver's license to drive my farm tractor on the highway?

No license is needed if you're only driving it for a short period of time.

I just moved to Louisiana. How long do I have to apply for my Louisiana driver's license?

New residents have 30 days to apply for their Louisiana driver's licenses.

Refer to our New Residents section to find out more about the requirements you must meet if your license is lost or expired.

My great-grandmother would like to surrender her driver's license. How can she do this?

Either she or her Power of Attorney will need to provide written authorization for the license to be cancelled. If she has a Power of Attorney, the OMV requires documentation of such.

She may still want some form of identification, and an identification card is the perfect way to get it. Plus, if she's at least age 60, there's no charge to receive a non-driver ID.

Can I apply for a hardship license online?

No. To find out if you're eligible for and to apply for a hardship license, you must speak with an OMV employee at your local OMV location or call 1-877-DMV-LINE.

I'm moving, and I need a clearance letter in order to get my license in another state. What should I do?

Send a written request for the letter, including your name, date of birth, Social Security Number, a copy of your current license or a certified copy of your birth certificate, and payment of the $5 fee in the form of a money order or cashier's check to:

• Office of Motor Vehicles

• P.O. Box 64886

• Baton Rouge, LA 70896

What are the policies and procedures for license and driving-related issues?

Here at The Unofficial DMV Guide, we have broken down the basics of everything you need to know regarding driver licenses, identification cards, and operating motor vehicles.

However, at times you may need more in-depth information. Refer to Louisiana's Policies and Procedures regarding Driver's License Issuance, Driver's License Laws, and Safety Responsibility Laws.

What is the Mobile Customer Service Center?

The Mobile Customer Service Center (MCSC) is a new service offered by the OMV. The exterior is comparable to an RV, but inside you can complete many of the transactions you'd normally have to visit the OMV to complete.

The MCSC travels to colleges and universities, hospitals, large businesses, and other places that are occupied by a large group of people. The MCSC is very convenient, as it's not always possible to get to your local OMV before it closes.

The MCSC offers an online calendar so you can see when this service will be near you. For your convenience, you can even schedule a visit online.

How can I find the contact information I need?

Louisiana provides an online OMV Telephone Book; you should also check out the online list of OMV locations, directions, and business hours.

You can submit any questions or information requests by using the OMV Customer Inquiry form.

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