West Virginia Driver License

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Driving License in State of West Virginia

You need to follow some steps to acquire Driving License in State of West Virginia:

Applying for New Driving License in State of West Virginia: West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) needs basic documents like two proofs of residency, certified birth certificate and Social Security card to issue you a driving license. If you are younger than 18 years, then you need to apply for learner’s permit. You should be at least 15 years old to get a learner’s permit. You need to present school enrollment form and clear written test. You should also have proper parental permission to go ahead with this process. You need to hold this permit for minimum 180 days to acquire intermediate license. You need to follow some rules, while you possess this permit.

You should be at least 16 years old to acquire an intermediate license. You should also present a 30-hour completion form filled by parents or a driver education card. You must have held the learner’s permit for minimum 180 days along with clearing of driving test. Fee charged is about $5. This license is valid until you turn 18 years. Restrictions applied for this license holder are less than learner’s permit.

You can apply for Class E full license once you turn 17 years old, if you had held intermediate license for at least one year. The fee charged is around $2.50 and is valid until you become 21 years old.

If you are 18 years old, then you can apply for a regular Class E license. However, first-time drivers should compulsorily apply for Class E learner’s permit. Pass vision and written tests and acquire 60 days valid permit. After holding this permit for 30 days, you can apply for your Class E regular license.

Renewing Driving License in State of West Virginia: Until you reach 21 years of your age, your driving license has to be renewed every two years. Once you reach 21, your driving license needs to be renewed every five years. DMV mails you the reminder some days before the expiration of your driving license. You should visit DMV office. Provide the proof of identification and residency along with the renewal fees.

Replacing a Lost Driving License in State of West Virginia: You should visit local DMV office to get a duplicate driving license. Provide the proof of identification and residency along with the Social Security card. Fee charged is about $5. If you lose your driving license while traveling, then you need to contact Charleston DMV at (800) 642-9066 or (304) 558-3900.

Changing Name on Driving License in State of West Virginia: You should visit local DMV office to get a duplicate driving license for getting your name change reflected on your license. Provide the proof of identification and residency along with the Social Security card. You also need to provide the proof of legal name change. The fee charged is around $5.

Changing Address on Driving License in State of West Virginia: You should notify WV DMV about your address change in writing and within 20 days. You should visit local DMV office with the proof of residency and current driving license. Fee charged is around $5 for replacement.