Utah Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info Minimum Age for Learner Permit 15 years Learner Permit Holding Period6 months (if under age 18) Minimum Age for Driver License 16 years Road TestYes Minimum Amount of Supervised Driving 40 hours, including 10 at night with a qualified supervising driver (i.e.—an adult who’s at least 21 years old who holds a valid driver’s license, and is approved by your parents/guardians to supervise your driving) Unsupervised Driving RulesAnyone under the age of 17 may not drive in Utah unless accompanied by a qualified supervising driver even if you hold a valid license from another state. Exceptions to this rule is if driving to/from a school-sponsored activity, work, or on a farming/ranching assignment Passenger Rules If you’re under 18, during the first six (6) months after receiving a Class D license, you may not drive with any passengers other than immediate family members unless an adult who’s 21 or older and has a valid driver’s license is in the vehicle Driver Education RequirementsAll first-time driver license applicants must complete an approved driver education program, such as the one offered by DriverEdToGo.com-Wright Driving School, before being licensed in Utah.

How To Get Your

Utah License Step-by-Step:


Complete driver education


Practice for the written Learner Permit Exam using our free practice tests


Find a driver license office and schedule an appointment for the written exam (you may also simply show up but you may have to wait some time)


Take the Learner Permit Written Exam


Practice driving with your learner permit


Take driving exam