As a minor, you will need to go to the Ohio BMV at least twice before receiving your probationary license. First, you will apply for your Temporary Instruction Permit Identification Card (TIPIC). Once you’ve completed Ohio’s mandatory Driver Education course for teens, you’ll return to the BMV for your road test. and again when you take your road test.
No one wants a trip to the BMV to be derailed by missing paperwork. To ensure a smooth process, here’s a comprehensive list of what you’ll need for both your Temporary Instruction Permit (TIPIC) and the road test in Ohio, including associated costs.
Obtaining Your TIPIC in Ohio
When you turn 15 years and six months old and have completed the state-required 24 hours of classroom or online instruction, you are eligible for your TIPIC. This card is needed to complete the behind-the-wheel training required by the state. To obtain your TIPIC, are required to:
- Pass a knowledge test (Ohio’s BMV services offers the knowledge exam to be taken online ahead of your visit, learn more.)
- Pass a vision screening.
Once you pass, you will receive your permit on the spot.
What do you need to bring to the Ohio BMV when you apply for your TIPIC?
- Proof of identity, date of birth, Social Security number (if applicable), Ohio residency and U.S. citizenship or legal presence
- Payment for the $23.50 permit fee
- Parent or guardian signature
Click here for information on the knowledge test and TIPIC restrictions
Preparing for Your Road Test at Ohio’s BMV
When you turn 16 years old, have had your Ccertificate of Ccompletion for at least six months and have completed the 50 Hour Affidavit, it’s time to schedule your road test. The road test is split into two parts; a driving portion and a maneuverability, or skills, portion.
What do you need to bring to the Ohio BMV when you take your road test?
- Certificate of Completion of Driver Education
- Temporary Instruction Permit (TIPIC)
- 50 Hour Affidavit (however, this can be obtained and signed at the BMV)
- A parent or guardian to sign for the license
How much does a permit in Ohio cost?
In Ohio, the cost of a permit varies by age, ranging from $24.50 for 17-year-olds to $25.75 for 16-year-olds. Learn more at www.bmv.ohio.gov/doc-fees.aspx
Click here for information on probationary license restrictions
All Star Driver Education is Here to Support Your Journey to Safe Driving
At All Star Driver Education, we’re here to help make the journey smooth and stress-free. Our engaging teen Driver Education classes, available online and in-person, provide a solid foundation in road rules and safe driving practices. We’ll equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to ace your knowledge test, behind-the-wheel training, and road test, so you can hit the road with confidence behind the wheel.
For more detailed information about obtaining a probationary license in Ohio, check out our blog How to get an Ohio probationary license
