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How do you get a driving permit in PA?

I’m 16 years old and I’m champing at the bit to get my driver’s permit. What do I need to do to get a driving permit in PA?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If you’re that excited about getting your driver’s permit in
Pennsylvania
, you’ll be glad to know that obtaining it is relatively easy.
To get your driving permit in PA, follow these steps:
  1. Fill out the application (Form DL-180).
  2. Pass a health screening administered at a local hospital, clinic, or with your private physician.
  3. Have your parents or legal guardian sign the form.
  4. Provide two forms of identification (Social Security card and birth certificate are usually the best options).
  5. Pass the vision test.
  6. Pass the written exam.
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