Now you can get a driver's license in New York online

Statewide drivers can now complete the online portion of the NYC Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving license procedure online. Tests for Category D (cars) and Category M (motorcycles) are now available online to residents of the state, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. The edition told in more detail Silive.

Last year, a pilot online driver's license application program was launched and has proven itself well and is now fully launched. This service allows New Yorkers to start the driving license application process from the comfort of their home. In addition, it is also possible to take the test online, which will significantly save the client's time, which he could spend waiting at the DMV office.

“We continue to rethink the future in the post-pandemic world, and we need to focus on modernizing and improving the way we deliver essential services to New Yorkers,” Cuomo said. - This new online driver's license test will make it faster and easier for New Yorkers to apply for a driver's license from the comfort of their home. This will improve the overall quality of customer service as well as reduce the congestion of the DMV offices. "

However, after taking the online test, the applicant must still go to the DMV office to obtain a learner permit. If you are a new driver, obtaining a training permit is the first step towards obtaining a New York State driver's license. The training permit includes a written test, two driving tests and the further issuance of a driving license. It is expected that after passing the online test, issuing a learner permit will be faster.

You can take tests - by link.

“We were delighted to see so many New Yorkers take advantage of the online permit application during the pilot program and we are now excited to offer this convenient option to all applicants across the state,” said Mark J. F. Schroeder, DMV Commissioner ... "This is another example of how we are improving service for New Yorkers to make the system faster, easier and more convenient for everyone."

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In order for clients to bring all required documents to the DMV office, the new online application provides a checklist of required identity documents and requires clients to upload these documents before they can take the online test. At participating offices, DMV representatives will then review the documents prior to meeting with the client and advise if any corrections are needed.

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To take the online test, the potential driver will first be asked to log into their account on the site NY.GOV or create one. After the customer logs in, confirms the desired permission type and uploads the required documents, the DMV will send an email with a link to take the test.

According to the state, an online test takes about 30 minutes on average. Upon successful completion, applicants will be asked to book a time slot to visit the DMV office to take a photo and complete the application process.

All uploaded documentation must also be brought to the appointment. The documents must be originals or certified copies. Those who pass the test and obtain a study permit will have two years to schedule a visit to the DMV and complete the driver's license application process.

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All test takers must complete the test without assistance. The parent or guardian must supervise the test for children ages 16 and 17, and then must accompany the applicant to the DMV to complete the application process and confirm that they have supervised the test.

In addition to the online permit test, DMV launched an online vehicle registration pilot program last fall. New Yorkers living in the following counties: New York, Kings, Queens, Bronx, Richmond, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Albany and Onondaga can now register their vehicles online, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, vans and trailers.

DMV also offers more 60 other services online.