How to Transfer Your Out-of-State Driver License to Florida
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The Frame
New residents must obtain a Florida driver license within 30 days of starting employment, engaging in a trade, or enrolling children in public school to remain compliant with state law.
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New Florida residents
They are required to obtain a Florida driver license within 30 days of specific life changes.
Constitutional Tax Collector of Palm Beach County
The agency is responsible for processing license transfers and managing reservations.
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Key Facts
- New residents must obtain a Florida driver license within 30 days of accepting employment, starting a trade, or enrolling a child in public school.
- An in-person reservation is required for all driver license and ID card services.
- Class E Knowledge and Skills exams are waived for applicants from the U.S., U.S. territories, Canada, Germany, France, Taiwan, South Korea, and U.S. Armed Forces.
- Canadian drivers may choose to take exams to avoid surrendering their Canadian license.
- Class E original or renewal fee is $54.25.
- Commercial Driver License (CDL) fee is $81.25 plus $7.00 per endorsement.
- State identification card fee is $31.25.
- Replacement fee for a lost or stolen ID/license is $31.25, unless stolen with required documentation (no fee).
- Expired license/ID renewal incurs an additional $15.00 fee.
- ID cards for homeless individuals are provided at no fee.
- Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment to transfer my license?
Will I have to take a driving test if I already have a license from another state?
What documents do I need to bring?
Why It Matters
New residents must obtain a Florida driver license within 30 days of starting employment, engaging in a trade, or enrolling children in public school to remain compliant with state law.
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