NM DMV Driver's License Requirements

Question 1

At what age may a New Mexico resident apply for a graduated driver's license (GDL) learner's permit?

Accepted Answer

15 years old

Answer

14 years old

Answer

16 years old

Answer

17 years old

Question 2

How many hours of supervised driving are required for a New Mexico teen to progress from a learner's permit to a provisional license?

Accepted Answer

50 hours including 10 at night

Answer

25 hours including 5 at night

Answer

40 hours including 10 at night

Answer

30 hours with no nighttime requirement

Question 3

What documents are required to establish proof of identity when applying for a New Mexico driver's license?

Accepted Answer

One primary document such as a U.S. birth certificate or valid U.S. passport

Answer

Social Security card only

Answer

Any two government-issued IDs

Answer

A utility bill and a school ID

Question 4

How often must a New Mexico standard driver's license be renewed?

Accepted Answer

Every 8 years

Answer

Every 2 years

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Every 4 years

Answer

Every 6 years

Question 5

What vision requirement must be met to obtain a New Mexico driver's license without restrictions?

Accepted Answer

At least 20/40 vision in the better eye

Answer

20/20 vision in both eyes

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At least 20/60 vision in one eye

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20/30 in both eyes

Question 6

What is the minimum age to apply for a full, unrestricted New Mexico driver's license?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

Answer

16 years old

Answer

17 years old

Answer

21 years old