Driving School Fort Lauderdale

Florida Road Test Requirements

Knowing the Florida road test requirements ahead of time means no surprises on test day. Here is what you need to bring, what your vehicle needs, and what the examiner checks.

Before you can take the road test

Drivers under 18 must hold a learner permit for at least 12 months (or until they turn 18) and complete 50 hours of supervised driving, including 10 at night, before the road test.

What to bring

  • Your valid learner permit
  • A vehicle with valid registration and proof of insurance
  • Any documents your appointment confirmation lists

Vehicle requirements

The car you test in must be safe and legal: valid registration and insurance, plus working brakes, lights, turn signals, horn, and seatbelts. If you do not have a suitable car, ask about using ours.

What the examiner checks

Parallel parking, three-point turns, backing up, signaling, lane changes, right of way, controlled stops, and smooth speed and following distance. See how to parallel park and our full road test preparation.

Testing in Broward? We prepare you for all five Broward DMV locations. Contact us to book.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to bring to the Florida road test?
Your valid learner permit and a vehicle with valid registration and proof of insurance, plus anything your appointment confirmation lists.
What are the car requirements for the road test?
The vehicle must have valid registration and insurance and working brakes, lights, turn signals, horn, and seatbelts.
How long must I hold my permit before the road test?
Drivers under 18 must hold the learner permit for at least 12 months or until they turn 18, with 50 hours of supervised driving.