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West Virginia adult first-license guide

First West Virginia driver license for adults

Checked against official state sources · October 1, 2026

The adult instruction-permit route is separate from the teen GDL Level 1 path.

  • 18+adult instruction permit
  • 90 dayspermit expiration
  • $7.50permit fee listed

Adults use the Instruction Permit path

The handbook fee table lists an age-18+ instruction permit separately from Level 1 GDL.

Prepare for knowledge and vision requirements

Use the current handbook and regional-office instructions for first-license testing.

Complete the road-skills step when eligible

Confirm the current testing procedure and required vehicle/documents before the skills test.

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    Official sources

    1. West Virginia DMV — Driver's Licensing Handbook
    2. West Virginia DMV — Graduated Driver License Brochure
    3. West Virginia DMV — Driver's License / ID Application
    4. West Virginia DMV — Driver License & ID Brochure
    5. West Virginia DOT — Citizen Driver & Vehicle Services

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