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Driver's License

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles
2055 Abbey Road
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Phone: 1-866-DMVLINE, 1-800-435-5137

First, you must obtain a Virginia learner's permit. You must be at least fifteen years and six months. You must show two proofs of identity (usually your birth certificate and social security card) and prove that you live in Virginia (bring your parent with you!). You must pass a vision screening and the two-part knowledge exam. The DMV web site allows you to take a practice test as many times as you need to so that you can feel confident and comfortable taking the test. You must be at least sixteen years and three months to get a driver's license. You must hold a learner's permit at least nine months, practice driving at least 40 hours (10 at night), and complete a state-approved driver education program to get your driver's license.

Accommodations: Customers with disabilities can request special assistance or accommodations by calling their local DMV customer service center (CSC) before their visit or by making their needs known when they arrive at the information counter in any CSC. Once your needs are identified, a customer service representative will help you. You can ask to:

• Take the driver's license exam in a separate room, away from other customers
• Have the test read to you
• Take the test on paper instead of on a computer.

Special assistance is available for hearing impaired, speech impaired and insulin-dependent customers.

DMV Office Hours: Office Hours - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Mon. - Friday. 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on Saturday
Area Served: Planning District 10
Eligibility: Anyone needing a service of the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Intake: Many transactions are now available Online here. No appointment is necessary during business hours at service center. Be prepared to wait your turn.
Fees:Fees will vary depending upon the DMV transaction.

Evaluation:Woodrow Wilson Rehabilitation Center's Occupational Therapy department offers a state-certified driving program with nationally certified Driving Rehabilitation Specialists. One of these Driving Rehabilitation Specialists will evaluate your ability and potential to drive. The WWRC Driving Program can provide you with recommendations for special vehicle needs including information on the types of vehicles that will best match your special driving needs and the rest of your mobility equipment.

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