Here’s how to get a driver’s license in California. Follow these steps and save HOURS of your time at the DMV.

The 7 Steps to Get a Driver’s License in California 

  1. Find and establish a California residency
  2. Make an appointment at your DMV
  3. Complete Form DL-44 at the DMV
  4. Prove your identity
  5. Pay the driver’s license fee, $33
  6. Take the written test
  7. Take an eye test

Let’s dig into each step.

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