How Much Does a Georgia
Driver's License Cost?
A Georgia driver's license costs $20 and lasts 5 years. Below are all 8 official fees from the Georgia DDS.
Georgia License Costs at a Glance
- Permit + first license (approx.)
- $30
- License valid for
- 5 years
- About $4 per year
- Replacement
- $10
- REAL ID
- No extra cost
At $20, Georgia's license fee is lower than in 43 other states. The national median is $34.
📊Official Georgia DDS Fees
From the Georgia DDS fee schedule. Verify current amounts before paying.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Class C Driver's License (5-year) | $20.00 |
| Class C Driver's License (8-year) | $32.00 |
| Class CP Instructional Permit (2-year) | $10.00 |
| Class D Provisional License | $10.00 |
| REAL ID upgrade | No additional cost |
| Driver Education (30-hour, under 18) | $200–$400 (private schools); free at most public high schools |
| Replacement Driver's License | $10.00 |
| Senior driver — 65+ | Reduced fees may apply |
🗓️When You Pay Each Fee in Georgia
- 1
Apply for an Instructional Permit (Class CP) — Age 15+
The permit costs $10 and is valid for 2 years.
- 2
Complete the 30-Hour Driver Education Course (Joshua's Law)
The course can be taken at most public high schools (often free or low-cost) or at licensed commercial driving schools online or in person ($200–$400).
- 3
Receive Your Georgia Driver's License
After passing the road test, pay the license fee ($32 for 5-year or $36 for 8-year) and complete your application.
How much does a Georgia driver's license cost?
A Class C Georgia driver's license costs $20 for a 5-year license or $32 for an 8-year license — your choice at issuance. The Class CP Instructional Permit and Class D Provisional License each cost $10. REAL ID is included at no extra cost. Driver's education is free or under $50 at public high schools, or $200–$400 at private commercial driving schools.
🗺️Georgia Compared With Neighboring States
You must be a resident to get a state's license, but if you live near a border, here is how Georgia's fees compare.
| State | License | Permit |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $20 | $10 |
| Florida | $48 | Included |
| Alabama | $36.25 | $41.25 |
| Tennessee | $28 | $28–$33 |
| North Carolina | $52 | $25.50 |
| South Carolina | $25 | $2.50 |
Budgeting Beyond the DDS Fee
The figures above are Georgia's official fees. Driver education, behind-the-wheel lessons, and insurance can cost more than the license itself.
Estimate your total Georgia cost
The official fees above are only part of the bill. Add your age, REAL ID, driver education and retests to see a realistic total for Georgia.
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