Montana Driver License Requirements at-a-glance:

DMV Info Minimum Age for Learner Permit 15 years old (or 14 years, 6 months old if enrolled in an approved drivers education course). Learner Permit Holding Period6 months Minimum Amount of Supervised Driving 50 hours (including 10 at night) of driving practice with a qualified supervising driver must be completed. A qualified supervising driver is licensed driver, 18 years of age or older Minimum Age for Driver License15 years old (if completed drivers education and has held a learner’s permit for at least 6 months) Road Test Yes Unsupervised Driving RulesFirst-Year Restricted License holders may not drive between the hours of 11pm and 5am unless commuting to or from school, church, a job, or because of farm-related work. (A police officer has the right to contact your parents to verify the reason you are out driving during these hours) Passenger Rules Licensed minors may only carry one (1) non-family passenger who's under 18 during the first 6 months after receiving a license unless a qualified supervising driver is seated in the front passenger seat. During the next 6 months they may carry up to three (3) non-family passengers who are under 18 unless a qualified supervising driver is seated in the front passenger seat. OtherLearners Permit applicants must be enrolled in an approved drivers education course to receive a learner's permit. If drivers education is not taken, you cannot apply for a learner's permit until your 16th birthday.

How To Get Your

Montana License Step-by-Step:


Obtain driver education certificate


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 the Driving Exam