How to Get Your Learner's Permit in Louisiana

Last verified: 2026-03

Here is what you need to know about getting your learner's permit in Louisiana. The minimum age is 15, and you will need to hold your permit for 6 months before taking the road test.

Age and Eligibility at a Glance

Minimum Age
15
Permit Holding Period
6 months
Supervised Hours
50 hrs

How to Apply for Your Permit

  1. 1 Gather required documents (proof of identity, Social Security card, proof of residency, parental consent if under 18)
  2. 2 Visit your nearest Louisiana OMV office
  3. 3 Pass the vision screening
  4. 4 Pass the written knowledge test
  5. 5 Pay the permit fee
  6. 6 Practice driving with a licensed adult for at least 50 hours, including 15 hours at night

Knowledge Test Details

Number of questions
40
Passing percentage
80%

Supervised Driving Requirements

Total supervised hours
50 hours
Nighttime hours required
15 hours
Permit holding period
6 months

Permit Fees

$32.25

Louisiana-Specific Information

Louisiana requires 15 nighttime supervised hours, which is higher than the more common 10-hour requirement. The state uses the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) rather than a DMV. The intermediate license is available at age 16.

Frequently Asked Questions

You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a learner's permit in Louisiana.

Louisiana requires you to hold your learner's permit for at least 6 months before you can take the road test.

The Louisiana learner's permit knowledge test has 40 questions. You need to answer at least 80% correctly to pass.

Louisiana requires 50 hours of supervised driving during the learner's permit period. At least 15 of those hours must be completed at night.

Contact the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) for the current list of required documents.

Ready for Your License?

Once you complete your permit period, the next step is earning your full driver's license.

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This information is based on Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) guidelines. Requirements can change. Visit the official Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) website for the most current information.