ARKANSAS  DRIVER’S EDUCATION

Summary of Arkansas Graduated Licensing Law
(detailed chart bottom of this page)
Arkansas has a three stage licensing process for minors.
  1. Learner’s License (at least age 14). We recommend our DriverEdToGo Video-to use during the Learner stage. Shows the parent how to teach collision-free driving habits and provides unique teaching tools (mirrors, checklists, videos, audio instruction series, etc.).
  2. Intermediate License (ages 16 - 18)
  3. Regular License (age 18)
Arkansas License Chart
Learner's License
Ages 14 - 16

Must be at least 14 years of age. This license expires at age 16.

  • Must have successfully completed Arkansas State Police testing requirements
  • Driver must be accompanied by someone at least 21 years of age
  • All passengers must have seatbelts on at all times
  • No serious accident or traffic conviction within 6 months prior to making application
Arkansas License Chart
Intermediate License
Age 16

Must be at least 16 years of age. This license expires at age 18.

  • Must already have a learners license or have successfully completed Arkansas State Police testing requirements
  • All passengers must have seatbelts on at all times
  • No serious accident or traffic conviction within 6 months prior to making application
*Note - If you are under 18 and are getting your first license, a licensed adult (21+) must accompany you for at least 6 months. The six-month period begins the day the driver passes the written test.
 
Regular License
Age 18

Must be at least 18 years of age.

  • Must already have an intermediate license or have successfully completed Arkansas State Police testing requirements
  • No serious accident or traffic conviction within 12 months prior to making application
  • You can qualify for a regular license if you are 16 and married, in the military, or possess a high school diploma or GED