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New Hampshire licensing requirements

New Hampshire learner and first-license requirements

Checked against official state sources · October 1, 2026

New Hampshire does not issue an ordinary learner permit. Practice driving may begin at 15½ only under the state's supervision rules.

  • No permitordinary practice
  • 15½practice age
  • 25+supervising adult

Start with the correct age and license stage

New Hampshire does not issue an ordinary learner permit. Practice driving may begin at 15½ only under the state's supervision rules.

Complete the required testing

The automated New Hampshire knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions and a 40-minute time limit. The test ends after more than eight incorrect answers, so a passing result requires at least 32 correct answers.

Follow the legal practice rules

Drivers age 16–17 must complete approved driver education: 30 classroom hours, 10 hours driving with a certified instructor and 6 hours observation, plus 40 additional supervised hours including 10 at night.

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    Official sources

    1. New Hampshire DMV — Driver's Manual
    2. New Hampshire DMV — Apply for Your First Driver License
    3. New Hampshire DMV — Driver Education
    4. New Hampshire DMV — Driver Licensing Fees
    5. New Hampshire DMV — Locations

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