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Obtaining a License

Identification and Proof of Age

Arizona state law requires that all applicants for an original driver license or identification card present two forms of identification – one must have your photo (or three forms of identification if no photo identification is available). Click here for a list of acceptable documents. All must be originals or copies certified by the issuing agency. All must be in English.

Social Security Number

You are required by ARS 28-3158(D)(5) and 42 USC 405(c)(2)(C) to provide your Social Security Number. It will be used to verify your identity and to comply with federal and state child support enforcement laws. It will not be used as your driver license number.

Parent/Guardian Approval

If you are under 18, your application for an instruction permit or driver license must be signed by at least one adult. The adult will be responsible for any negligence or willful misconduct when you are driving.

The application must be signed by:

One natural parent if married to the other natural parent or
Both natural parents if not married to each other, but share joint custody or,
One natural parent with sole custody

Or, if neither parent is living:

Legal guardian (proof required) or
Foster parent living with the minor (proof required) or
Employer of the minor (death certificates must be shown)

The signatures must be witnessed by an MVD agent or by a notary public. Signatures obtained for an instruction permit will be required again for a driver license.

Testing

You may be given a simple vision exam. Written and road tests may not be required if you provide a valid driver license in another state.