Renewing a Lapsed License

1. If your non-commercial DC driver’s license has been expired for more than 180 days, you must take and pass both the knowledge test and the road test. You may not operate a vehicle on an expired license. You must obtain a learner’s permit. DC residents are eligible to apply for a learner’s permit upon passing the eye test and knowledge exam (Learner’s Permit Test), which tests knowledge of traffic laws, road signs and driving safety rules. It determines whether you are prepared to operate a vehicle in accordance with DC law. A valid learner’s permit is required for driving instruction at CAS Driving School. A learner’s permit is valid for two years for US citizens and may vary for non-US citizens (according to the US immigration expiration date).

(If your license has been expired for 90-179 days, you do not have to take the road test. Once you pass the knowledge test you may apply to renew your license.)

2. Once your skill level reaches a point where you can safely drive a car, you are ready to take the road test. Passing the road test is required to qualify for a DC non-commercial driver’s license.

For more information about becoming a licensed driver in DC, visit the DC DMV website at www.dmv.dc.gov.