Learner's Permits & Driver's Licenses Overview

Driver's Licenses

Some credentials may be renewed online, while others require a visit to your local branch. Review the criteria required for each type of credential.

Learner's Permits

Indiana residents can practice driving before obtaining a driver's license with a learner's permit. Read about the requirements for obtaining a learner's permit.

Probationary Driver's Licenses

Drivers younger than 21-years-old are issued a probationary driver's license before receiving their full license. Find out the requirements to apply.

New Indiana Residents with Out-of-State Licenses

Just moved to Indiana? Do you you hold a valid license from another state? Find out how to obtain an Indiana driver's license.

New Indiana Residents with Out-of-Country Licenses

Just moved to Indiana from another country? Learn how you can obtain an Indiana driver's license.

Renew a License, Permit, or ID Card

Some credentials may be renewed online, while others require a visit to your local branch. Review the criteria required for each type of credential.

Amending a Driver's License

If any personal information (name, date of birth, gender, or address) has legally changed, you will need to amend the information at any BMV branch.

Endorsements & Restrictions

Endorsements and restrictions may be placed on a credential (driver’s license, learner’s permit, or identification card) to designate specific operational authority or restrictions on a driver’s authority to operate a motor vehicle.

Active Military and Veteran Indicator

If you are on active duty in, or a Veteran of, the United States Armed Forces you may choose to add an indicator to your credential.

State to State (S2S) Credential Verification

The BMV uses the State Pointer Exchange Service (SPEXS) to verify if you hold a driver's license, learner's permit, or identification card in another participating state.

Driver's License and Permit Forms

Find the necessary forms for obtaining a credential or official driver record.