Montana Driver Education & Licensing Resources
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Why Choose DOT Driving School in Montana?
DOT Driving School is your trusted source for Montana driving courses, driver education, and free study tools designed to help Montana drivers become safer and more confident behind the wheel. Tap any topic to learn more.
We offer a complete selection of online Montana teen drivers education, Montana adult driver education, defensive driving / traffic school, and other driver improvement courses. Our online courses are recommended for additional practice, skill development, and driver knowledge.
Getting licensed doesn't have to be stressful or expensive. We combine high-quality online education with powerful free study tools. Practice as much as you'd like with our Free Montana Permit Practice Test, designed to closely match the Montana DMV knowledge exam. Build real-world confidence with our Free Driver's License Simulator, where you can practice driving scenarios in a fun, interactive environment. Study Montana road signs, review Montana traffic laws, and strengthen your driving skills before ever getting behind the wheel.
From teens earning their first learner's permit and adults obtaining a Montana driver's license to drivers completing defensive driving or traffic school requirements — or anyone who simply wants to become a safer, more knowledgeable driver — DOT Driving School provides everything you need in one convenient place. Our courses are 100% online, self-paced, affordable, and supported by free study tools that help Montana drivers succeed.
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How to Get a Montana Driver's License
From your first learner's permit to a full Montana driver's license, here's the general path most Montana drivers follow. Always verify the latest requirements with Montana MVD. Tap any step to expand the details.
At 14, pass the Montana MVD knowledge test — 33 questions, 80% to pass (27 correct) — and a vision test to receive your Non-Commercial Learner Permit (NCLP). A parent or guardian must consent if you are under 18.
Hold your learner permit for at least 6 months and log 50 hours of supervised driving — including 10 hours at night — with a licensed adult 18 or older.
After holding your permit for 6 months, receive your First-Year Restricted License at 15. You may not drive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. and may carry no more than one passenger under 18 for the first 6 months (no more than three for the second 6 months).
After holding your restricted license for at least 12 months with a clean record (minimum 16) — or at 18 — receive your full, unrestricted Montana driver license.
Montana Driver's Education Requirements
Montana has specific driver education requirements for new drivers. Tap any topic to expand the details.
Montana does not require driver education (Traffic Education) to get a learner permit, but completing a state-approved Traffic Education course is recommended and is required by many insurance companies for a teen rate. All permit holders must log 50 hours of supervised driving — including 10 hours at night — and hold the permit for at least 6 months before the restricted license at 15.
DOT Driving School connects you with recommended Montana driver education and behind-the-wheel training courses that help you build the skills to pass the road test and become a safer driver.
Montana Permit Test Requirements
The Montana permit test covers road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving practices. Tap any topic to expand the details.
The Montana MVD knowledge test has 33 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving from the Montana Driver Manual. You must answer at least 80% (27 of 33) correctly to pass, plus a vision test.
The learner permit must be held for at least 6 months before the road test for a First-Year Restricted License at 15.
Before your MVD exam, practice with our free Montana permit practice test — questions modeled on the Montana knowledge exam covering road signs, traffic laws, and right-of-way rules. Take it as many times as you'd like to build confidence before test day.
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Montana offers a defensive driving course for a point reduction and an insurance discount.
A course that can reduce points on your Montana driving record and may earn a safe-driver insurance discount while reinforcing collision-avoidance skills.
A course a Montana traffic court may order after a citation to dismiss an eligible ticket or satisfy a court requirement.
Montana Licensing Agency
Montana driver licensing is administered by Montana MVD. Tap any topic to expand the details.
Montana driver licensing is administered by the Montana Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), which issues learner permits, restricted licenses, and full driver licenses statewide.
Learn about the Montana MVD →Montana Driver's License FAQs
Quick answers to the most common questions about Montana learner's permits, driver education, and getting licensed.
You can get a Montana learner permit at 14 by passing the knowledge and vision tests. A parent or guardian must consent if you are under 18.
No. Driver education (Traffic Education) is not required, but it is recommended. All permit holders must log 50 hours of supervised driving (10 at night) and hold the permit for 6 months.
The MVD knowledge test has 33 questions, and you must answer at least 27 correctly (80%) to pass.
You must log 50 hours of supervised driving — including 10 hours at night — with a licensed adult 18 or older, and hold the permit for 6 months.
A First-Year Restricted License (15) restricts driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. and limits you to no more than one passenger under 18 for the first 6 months (three for the second 6 months).
A full, unrestricted Montana driver license is available after holding the restricted license for at least 12 months with a clean record (minimum 16), or at 18.
Disclaimer
Courses identified as “State Approved” are licensed, approved, or accepted by the applicable state agency, as specifically stated on the individual course listing. Not all courses offered through this website are state approved or state required.
DOT Driving School is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the DMV, DOT, FLHSMV, any state driver licensing agency, or any federal, state, county, or local governmental agency, except where a specific course approval or authorization is expressly stated.