Online Georgia Driver Education

Driver's License Requirements

Upgrading Class D License to Class C License

If you have a Class D driver's license (i.e., an intermediate license), you may exchange it for a Class C driver's license (i.e., a full license) once you turn 18 if you have been free of any major traffic violations for the past 12 months. To upgrade your Class D license to a Class C license, visit the Georgia DDS website and click on "Class D to C Upgrade" under "Card Services."

Upgrading Class C Instructional Permit (CP) to Class C License

If you do not have a Class D license but do hold a Class C Instructional Permit (CP), you may apply for a Class C license as long as you are at least 18 years old. You must pass a road test and sign an affidavit verifying that you have completed 40 hours of supervised driving, which includes 6 hours of driving at night.

Getting a Class C License Without Any Current License or Permit

If you are at least age 18 and don't have any license or permit yet, you should apply for your Class C Instructional Permit (CP). You will need to meet all the necessary documentation requirements and pass a knowledge and road test. You must also sign an affidavit verifying you have completed 40 hours of supervised driving, which includes 6 hours of driving at night.

With a Class C license, you get full driving privileges with no restrictions. Congratulations, you did it!