Mississippi permit requirements

Mississippi learner-permit requirements

Mississippi's Regular Learner's Permit is valid for two years and starts at age 15 for eligible applicants.

  • 15minimum age
  • 2 yearspermit validity
  • $7permit fee

Core permit steps

  • Study the current Mississippi Driver's License Manual.
  • Bring the completed application, accepted identity document, Social Security evidence and two residency proofs.
  • For ages 15–17, bring the required current school-attendance form unless an official exception applies.
  • Pass the knowledge and eye exams.

Knowledge testing is in person

Mississippi currently requires all knowledge exams to be taken at the testing location.

The regular learner permit is valid for two years

The official permit page lists both the validity period and current $7 fee.

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    Official sources

    1. Mississippi DPS — Regular Learner's Permit
    2. Mississippi DPS — 2025 Driver's License Manual
    3. Mississippi DPS — Driver Service Fees
    4. Mississippi DPS — Regular Driver License

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