Last verified: 23/09/2026
Oregon at a glance
This guide explains Driver's License requirements in Oregon, including eligibility, documents, application steps, testing, fees and renewal.
Eligibility & Age Rules
<p>Applicants must be Oregon residents. Drivers under 18 need parent or legal guardian consent and must meet the state’s teen-driver and supervised-practice requirements before receiving a full license.</p>
Costs, timing and validity
Instruction permit: 15. A Class C noncommercial driver's license can be obtained at 16. Applicants under 18 need parent or legal guardian consent and follow Oregon's teen-driver requirements.
A Class C original license costs $64 when the issuance fee and applicable transaction are combined through the DMV process. A REAL ID license adds $30. The instruction permit is $26.
Driver license renewal: $54. A REAL ID renewal adds $30, for a total of $84. Limited-term credentials have separate fees.
Oregon Class C driver's licenses are generally issued for 8 years. Limited-term credentials can have shorter validity based on lawful-status documentation.
Documents and information to prepare
Use the official checklist linked on this page as the final authority. The items below describe the information this state commonly expects for this credential.
Applicants must provide proof of identity, date of birth, full legal name and Oregon residence address. A verifiable Social Security number is required when assigned. REAL ID applicants need proof of lawful status and two residence documents from different sources.
How to apply
Complete the electronic application, choose a standard or REAL ID credential, provide the required identity and residence documents, pass the vision and knowledge tests, complete driver training or obtain an instruction permit when required, pass the drive test, and pay the applicable fees.
Testing, Training & Restrictions
<p>For an original Class C privilege, DMV tests vision, driving knowledge and driving skill. The knowledge test is 35 questions with an 80% passing standard. The drive test requires a properly registered and insured vehicle. Test fees are charged separately from issuance fees.</p>
Renewal and ongoing requirements
<p>Many eligible Oregon drivers can renew online through DMV2U. Applicants age 65 or older cannot renew online and must visit a DMV office for a vision test. Drivers with limited-term credentials, certain restrictions or other ineligible conditions must renew in person.</p>
Processing time
After the transaction, Oregon provides an interim credential or online receipt when applicable. The permanent license is mailed to the address supplied to DMV.