What Do You Take To Ohio BMV To Get Your Temporary Permit

You have been waiting for this moment for what seems like your whole life, but it is finally time for you to get behind the wheel for the first time ever. This can be a stressful and confusing time, so we are going to start you on the right path. You will need to start with your permit, so what do you take to Ohio BMV to get your temporary permit? Find out below!

Temporary Permit – Under Age 18

If you are at least 15 years and six months old, then you may go to any driver exam station to take the knowledge test and vision screening to begin the temporary permit process. Before taking the test, applicants must provide proof of:

• Full legal name
• Date of birth
• Social Security number (if assigned)

For a full list of identity documents and links to use for the Ohio BMV interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency, check out the Acceptable Documents page. If you have an Ohio identification card, you must surrender it when a temporary instruction permit identification card (TIPIC) is issued.

Knowledge Test and Vision Screening

To obtain your TIPIC, you must pass both the knowledge test and vision screening. The knowledge test is 40 multiple-choice questions about motor vehicle regulations and traffic signs. You must answer 75% of the questions correctly to pass.

Once the knowledge test and vision screening are passed, the applicant can proceed to a deputy registrar license agency to purchase a TIPIC within 60 days of passing the test. Applicants must provide proof of:

• Full legal name
• Date of birth
• Social Security number (if assigned)
• Ohio residency
• Citizenship or legal presence

In addition, the applicant’s parent or guardian must present identification (driver license or ID card) to co-sign for the TIPIC. Again, the Acceptable Documents page can be used for a full list of identity documents and links to use the Ohio BMV interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency.

Failing The Test

If you do happen to fail the knowledge test, you must wait at least 24 hours before retesting. There is no limit on how many times the knowledge test can be taken.

TIPIC Restrictions

Once you have your TIPIC in hand, there are some restrictions you must follow:

• Drivers must carry the TIPIC at all times when driving.
• If you are under the age of 16, drivers must have a parent, guardian or licensed driving instructor in the passenger seat when driving.
• If the driver is 16 or older, driving with any valid licensed driver over the age of 21 in the passenger seat is permitted, except from midnight to 6 a.m., when the driver must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
• The parent, guardian, or licensed driver in the passenger seat shall not be intoxicated.
• All passengers and the driver must wear safety belts.

Obtaining Your Driver's License

Before you are able to obtain a driver's license, the following requirements must be met:

• Driver must complete a driver education class at a licensed driver training school, which includes 24 hours of classroom or online instruction and 8 hours of driving time.
• Driver must complete 50 hours of driving, with at least 10 hours of night driving, in addition to the driver education requirements.
• Driver must hold the TIPIC for at least six months.

Temporary Permit – Over Age 18

If you are over the age of 18, you may go to any driver exam station to take the knowledge and vision screening to begin the temporary permit process. Prior to testing, applicants must provide proof of:

• Full legal name
• Date of birth
• Social Security number (if assigned)

For a full list of identity documents and links to use for the Ohio BMV interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency, check out the Acceptable Documents page. If you have an Ohio identification card, you must surrender it when a temporary instruction permit identification card (TIPIC) is issued.

Knowledge Test and Vision Screening

To obtain your TIPIC, you must pass both the knowledge test and vision screening. The knowledge test is 40 multiple-choice questions about motor vehicle regulations and traffic signs. You must answer 75% of the questions correctly to pass.

Once the knowledge test and vision screening are passed, the applicant can proceed to a deputy registrar license agency to purchase a TIPIC within 60 days of passing the test. Applicants must provide proof of:

• Full legal name
• Date of birth
• Social Security number (if assigned)
• Ohio residency
• Citizenship or legal presence

No parent or guardian has to co-sign for the TIPIC if you are over 18. Again, the Acceptable Documents page can be used for a full list of identity documents and links to use the Ohio BMV interactive process to assist you with what to bring to a deputy registrar agency.

Failing The Test

If you do happen to fail the knowledge test, you must wait at least 24 hours before retesting. There is no limit on how many times the knowledge test can be taken.

TIPIC Restrictions

Once you have your TIPIC in hand, there are some restrictions you must follow:

• Once a driver is issued a TIPIC, he or she can practice driving only if accompanied by a licensed driver age 21 or older.

Obtaining Your Driver's License

If you are over the age of 18, you do not have a minimum time to practice with your TIPIC before you can apply for your road test. However, if you fail the road test, you are required to wait a week before you can restest and you will be required to take the Abbreviated Adult Driver Training Course. Before retaking the road test, you want to make sure you are confident with your driving ability.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our friendly support staff. If you want to start your driver's training journey with Coastline Academy, make sure to sign up for Drivers Ed and book your driving lesson today.