Florida Driver's License for New Residents with Valid Out-of-State License
New residents with an out-of-state license must obtain a Florida driver's license within 30 days of establishing a permanent residence in FL. When heading to the DMV, be sure to bring the license from your former state as you will be required to surrender it in order to obtain the new license.
There is no written exam or road skills testing required to change a valid out-of-state license to an FL driver's license, however you will need to pass the vision and hearing tests.
Paperwork: Make sure you have all of the documentation needed for proof of identity and residency. The links below list acceptable documents for proof of identity and residency for U.S. and Non-U.S. Citizens.
- United States Citizen proof of identity and requirements.
- Non-United States Citizen proof of identity and requirements.
Once your licensing requirements have been met, your Class E Driver's License will be valid for 4 years.
