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Steps to get your Wisconsin driver license

1. Meet licensing requirements
2. Pass the knowledge, vision, and driving skills tests

• New Wisconsin residents with an out-of-state driver license (which is valid or expired less than 8 years) may be able to get a Wisconsin license without taking the knowledge or driving skills tests.
• CDL license holders with a hazardous materials (H) endorsement must pass the hazardous materials knowledge test and may require fingerprinting.
• CDL license holders with a school bus (S) endorsement must pass the school bus knowledge test, the pre-trip and a driving skills test.
• Applicants with an OWI-type conviction in another state will need to provide proof that you have undergone an assessment and completed an alcohol program. This law applies even if you have met all the requirements in the state where you were convicted of OWI.

3. Apply

Online: use the interactive Driver License Guide for a checklist of requirements, pre-fill any required application(s), submit them electronically (if eligible) and schedule an appointment.

Or

In-person and

• Complete Wisconsin Driver License application MV3001 including:
• Your Social Security number (SSN) - if you have one.
• If you are under age 18, complete the section of the application for applicants under age 18 (applicant, school and sponsorship certifications).
• Answer the medical questions. For some medical conditions, you will be asked to have your doctor provide medical information.
• If you are applying for a commercial driver license, complete the section of the application for commercial driver applicants.
• Note: Carefully read the instructions at the top of the application. Some sections may not be necessary.
• Visit a DMV and bring acceptable identification documents including:
• Proof of U.S. citizenship, legal permanent resident status, conditional resident status or temporary visitor status.
• Proof of name and date of birth, for example, a certified U.S. birth certificate, valid passport or certificate of naturalization. Note: Hospital birth certificates or baptismal certificates are not acceptable. Get a copy of your birth certificate at your Register of Deeds or city health office.
• Proof of identity (an acceptable document with your signature or photograph such as an unexpired state ID card or your social security card).
• Proof of Wisconsin residency if over age 18.

4. Pay fees
5. Receive your card by mail. Driver licenses and IDs are mailed to your home. See Mailing Wisconsin driver licenses and ID cards​ ("central issuance") for more information.​

​For more information

• Change of address​
• Check eligibility to reinstate your driving privilege
• Handbooks and manuals
• Request for a Birth Certificate (Dept. of Health Services)​
• Social Security online verification (SSOLV)​