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You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a learner’s permit in Mississippi. This age requirement applies to all first-time permit applicants regardless of prior driving experience.

To apply for a learner’s permit in Mississippi, you must bring:

• Primary ID (birth certificate or passport)
• Social Security card or proof of your Social Security number
• Two proofs of Mississippi residency (utility bills, school records, etc.)
• If your name has changed from what appears on your primary ID, documentation of the name change
• Payment for the application fee

If you’re applying for a REAL ID compliant license, additional documentation may be required. Check the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website for current accepted documents.

Yes. If you’re under 17, a parent or legal guardian must:

• Accompany you to the Driver Service Bureau office
• Sign your permit application form
• Give consent for you to receive a learner’s permit
• Accept financial responsibility for you

The application process in Mississippi is as follows:

1. Gather all required documents (ID, residency proof, etc.)
2. Go to your local Driver Service Bureau office (with a parent or guardian if you’re under 18)
3. Fill out the application form
4. Pay the application fee
5. Take the vision screening
6. Take the knowledge test

Mississippi does not currently offer online applications for first-time learner’s permits. You must go to a Driver Service Bureau office in person to complete the process.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety charges a fee for a learner’s permit. This fee covers processing your application, administering the knowledge test, and issuing your permit. Check the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website for current fee information.

To get your permit in Mississippi, you must pass:

• A vision screening test to ensure you can see well enough to drive safely
• A knowledge test with multiple-choice questions about traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices

The Mississippi permit knowledge test has 30 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 24 questions correctly (80%) to pass the test.

The Mississippi permit test covers:

• Traffic laws and regulations
• Road signs and their meanings
• Right-of-way rules
• Safe driving practices
• Penalties for violating traffic laws
• Alcohol and drug effects on driving
• Basic vehicle control and operation

The best ways to prepare for your Mississippi permit test:

• Study the Mississippi Driver’s Manual thoroughly, available on our website at Mississippi Driver’s Manual
• Take our free practice tests that simulate the actual permit test
• Review the test materials multiple times to ensure you understand the key concepts
• Focus on road signs, traffic signals, and right-of-way rules

If you fail the Mississippi permit test:

• You can retake the test after waiting at least one day
• Additional fees may apply for retesting
• There is no limit to how many times you can retake the test, but you must pay the fee each time
• It is recommended to review the Driver’s Manual thoroughly before retesting

With a Mississippi learner’s permit you can:

• Practice driving when accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old (the supervising driver must sit in the front passenger seat)
• Gain experience to prepare for your road test and eventual driver’s license

When driving with a learner’s permit in Mississippi you:

• Must have a licensed driver (at least 21 years old) in the front passenger seat at all times
• Cannot use any electronic communication devices while driving
• Must have all occupants wear seat belts
• Must obey all traffic laws and signs; additional restrictions may be printed on your permit

In Mississippi, the requirements depend on your age:
If you are under 17:

• You must hold your learner’s permit for at least 12 months before applying for an intermediate license
• You must complete 30 hours of supervised driving practice

If you are 17 or older:

• You must hold your learner’s permit for at least 6 months before applying for a regular driver’s license
• While there is no specified number of practice hours, it’s recommended to gain sufficient driving experience before taking your road test

Mississippi has different driver education requirements based on your age:

• If you are under 17: You are not required to complete driver education to get your learner’s permit, but you must complete an approved driver education course before obtaining your intermediate license.
• If you are 17 or older: Driver education is not required, but it is still recommended to help you become a safer driver.

In Mississippi, before you get your driver’s license:

• If you are under 17:
  • You must complete an approved driver education course
  • You must complete 30 hours of supervised driving practice with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
• If you are 17 or older: No formal driver education is required, but additional practice is encouraged.

You can find Mississippi-approved driver education programs by:

• Contacting your high school (many public schools offer driver education)
• Checking with the Mississippi Department of Education
• Visiting your local Driver Service Bureau office for a list of approved private driving schools
• Verifying that any program you consider is approved by the Mississippi Department of Education or the Department of Public Safety

Mississippi does not currently require a road test to obtain a driver’s license. If you are under 17, you will need a signed affidavit from a parent, legal guardian, or teacher attesting that they have witnessed you safely and lawfully operate a motor vehicle for at least 50 hours.

To convert your learner’s permit to a driver’s license in Mississippi:
If you are under 17:

• Hold your permit for at least 12 months
• Complete an approved driver education course
• Complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice
• Pass the behind-the-wheel test
• Pay the required fees

If you are 17 or older:

• Hold your permit for at least 6 months
• Practice driving with your permit
• Pass the behind-the-wheel test
• Pay the required fees

Mississippi’s graduated licensing program has these stages:

• Learner’s Permit: Must be at least 15 years old and pass the knowledge test. Valid until you qualify for the next level license or for 2 years.
• Intermediate License (for drivers under 17):
  • Must be at least 16 years old
  • Must have held a learner’s permit for at least 12 months
  • Must complete an approved driver education course
  • Must complete 30 hours of supervised driving practice
  • Must pass the behind-the-wheel test
• Regular Driver’s License:
  • For drivers 17 and older who have held a learner’s permit for at least 6 months and passed the behind-the-wheel test, or for intermediate license holders when they turn 17

As a new driver with an intermediate license in Mississippi (under age 17), you cannot:

• Drive between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday
• Drive between 11:30 p.m. and 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday
• Have more than three passengers under age 21 who are not immediate family members unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old

Exceptions exist for driving to/from work, school functions, hunting/fishing, and if accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old. These restrictions do not apply to regular driver’s licenses issued to drivers 17 and older.

Mississippi does not recognize out-of-state learner’s permits. If you are moving to Mississippi with an out-of-state permit:

• You will need to apply for a Mississippi learner’s permit
• You must complete the same requirements as any first-time Mississippi permit applicant
• If you’re under 17, you may need to hold the Mississippi permit for the required time period before qualifying for an intermediate license

Mississippi offers the following accommodations for applicants with disabilities:

• Oral knowledge tests for those with reading difficulties
• Extended testing time when medically necessary
• The ability to use special equipment in your own vehicle for the behind-the-wheel test
• Other reasonable accommodations based on individual needs
• Contact your local Driver Service Bureau office before your appointment to request accommodations

Yes, non-U.S. citizens can apply for a Mississippi driver’s license or learner’s permit by providing:

• Proof of lawful presence in the United States (such as a valid visa, permanent resident card, or other immigration documents)
• Proof of Mississippi residency
• Other required documents
• Visit the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website for more information on documentation requirements for non-citizens

You can download a copy of the Mississippi Driver’s Manual here. Physical copies are also available at any Driver Service Bureau office.

Yes! We offer free Mississippi-specific practice tests that mimic the actual permit test. Our practice tests are designed to help you study the material and get comfortable with the test format before your exam.

For more information about the Mississippi permit process:

• Visit the Mississippi Department of Public Safety website at dps.ms.gov
• Call the Driver Service Bureau at (601) 987-1200 during business hours
• Visit your local Driver Service Bureau office
• Email driver services at driversservicebureau@dps.ms.gov

If you lose your Mississippi learner’s permit:

• Visit a Driver Service Bureau office
• Bring proof of your identity
• Pay the replacement fee
• You may need to complete a new application

A parent or guardian who signed the application for a minor can cancel their teen’s permit or license by submitting a written request to the Department of Public Safety. The parent or guardian must visit a Driver Service Bureau office and complete the necessary paperwork to cancel the minor’s driving privilege.