Get a learner permit[1] 
Getting a permit is the first step to get your driver license. Most people apply for a Class' D - Operator' permit. 1 You must be 16 or older and must apply in person at a DMV office. Here are the steps you need to take : 

Step 1: Be prepared to take the written permit test 
study the NY State Driver's Manual and take the practice tests [2 ] class D and M permit tests are given in 14 languages: English, Albanian, Arabic, Bosnian, Chinese, French, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian and Spanish to pass , you must get at least 14 of the 20 multiple - choice questions correct this includes the correct answers to at least two of the four questions about road signs if you are applying for a motorcycle permit [3], you must get at least three out of the five motorcycle questions correct 

Step 2: Know what to bring to the DMV 
complete this guide to make sure you have the documents and proofs of identification you need BEFORE going to the DMV Find your proofs [4 ] Bringing a parent or guardian is required if you are using the " Statement of Identity and/or Residence by Parent / Guardian PDF [5] " MV-45. 

Step 3: Go to the DMV 
find an office location [6] and see if a reservation is necessary for written test apply and pay for your permit use the fee chart to estimate your cost [7 ] take your written test if you fail, you can try again at no additional cost For quicker service , make a reservation online before visiting offices in New York City, Westchester, Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, Onondaga, Monroe or Albany Counties. For all other counties , see our office locations and hours [6]. Make a Reservation [8 ] 

Step 4: Wait up to 2 weeks for your permit to come in the mail 
your permit will be valid for approximately 5 years the exact expiration date depends on your date of birth and the date that you applied once you have your permit , you can move onto Step 5. 

Step 5: Prepare for your road test 
you must have supervised 

user: I need help getting a learner permit.

assistant: I can help you with that. You need to be 16 or older to obtain a permit and you must apply in person at a DMV office.

user: Where do I go if I need to find more information about this?

assistant: You can find a list of various learner permit topics and information for each online at our website. These topics include getting a Certification of Supervised Driving form and special requirements needed for motorcycle and commercial learner permits.

user: How can I find out the operating hours at my local DMV?

assistant: You can find a list of locations and their hours online at the DMV website.

user: What should I do to prepare for the road test?

assistant: Before you take your driving test, you will need to have supervised driving practice. You will also need to take a pre-licensing or driver education course.

assistant: Are you under the age of 18?

user: Yes. I just turned 16.

assistant: Okay. Due to your age, you will have to wait 6 months from the date you received your learner permit before you can schedule to road test.

user: How do I pass the written permit test?

assistant: It's very important to study before taking the written test. You will need to get at least 14 of the 20 multiple choice questions correct to pass.