Driver License Broward County Florida

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Broward County is located in Southeast Florida along the Atlantic Ocean coast between Miami Dade and Palm Beach counties. It has 1,205 square miles of land and a population of more than 1,935,000.

The county is lined with beautiful beaches, restaurants and shops. For sports enthusiasts, Hard Rock Stadium is home to the Miami Dolphins football team. Some of its cities include Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Dania, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Ft Lauderdale, Hollywood, Lauderdale Lakes, Margate, Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Pompano Beach, Sunrise, Tamarac, and Weston.

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Starting in September 2018, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will begin using a new, more improved appointment system for driver license services in Broward, Miami-Dade and Volusia Counties. During the transition, appointment availability may be limited.

  • License renewal or address change online or call (850) 617-2000 for more information
  • Learners permit or first time license requirements
  • Florida DMV online forms (to print off and fill out)
  • Traffic school courses that are DMV approved

Broward County Services

Shortcuts:DMV Offices, Broward County Clerk of Court

Many government services provided at the county level are available from either the DMV Office or the Clerk of Court - also known as the Clerk of the Circuit Court. The DMV focuses on licenses and tags for anything that you drive including cars, boats, motorcycles, trucks, RVs and more.

Driver License Renewal Broward County Florida

The Broward Clerk of Court delivers an enormous amount of services. Examples include your civil and criminal courts, bail bonds, boating and fishing citations, traffic citations, marriage licenses, adoptions, jury service, parking, passports, and many more.

Broward County DMV Offices & Services

Your Broward County DMV offices provide vehicle registration, drivers licenses, ID cards, tag and title services for cars, trucks, trailers, vessels and mobile homes.

Registration, Tag and Title Services

  • Registration renewal or address change online or call (850) 617-2000 for more information

You can also contact the DMV office for specialty tags, disability parking permits, and transferring a motor vehicle or boat/vessel title. Many of Broward's Florida DMV services are available online or by phone to save you time.

Relocating to Florida

If you are a new Florida resident, you are required to register your vehicle within ten days and get a Florida drivers license within 30 days. If you have an out-of-state drivers license and it has not expired beyond 30 days you can convert your license without taking a written or road test. If you need a drivers license for the first time you must complete a Florida DMV approved four-hour Drug and Alcohol (DATA) course and DMV test on road signs and road rules.

Car Registration and Auto Insurance

Before registering your vehicle, you must obtain Florida Auto Insurance and have verification of the VIN number. The auto insurance must be purchased from an insurance company licensed by the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation. Florida's minimum coverage is $10,000 personal injury protection (PIP) and $10,000 property damage liability (PDL). If you have been involved in a crash, or been convicted of certain offenses, you may be required to purchase bodily injury liability coverage (BIL).

More information on Broward County DMV
  • Auto Insurance Requirements - Florida
  • Learners Permit Requirements
  • Traffic School Courses - Florida DMV Approved

Broward County Vehicle Registration

Additional Broward County Information

To operate a standard passenger vehicle in the state of Florida, you'll need a basic Class E driver's license. However, if you need to drive certain commercial or passenger vehicles for work, you may need to apply for a special license or endorsement with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV).

Florida Commercial Driver's License

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To operate commercial vehicles in Florida, it may be necessary to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL).

Which CDL classification (Class A, B, or C) you need to apply for will depend primarily upon:

  • The weight of the vehicle.
  • The number of passengers the vehicle can safely transport.
  • Whether or not the vehicle carries hazardous materials.

For some vehicles, an endorsement may also be required in addition to a CDL. Examples of vehicles which may require a CDL or endorsement to operate in Florida include:

  • Flatbeds.
  • Tractor trailers.
  • Tankers.
  • Passenger buses, including:
    • Shuttles.
    • City buses.
    • School buses.
  • Vehicles transporting hazardous materials.

For more information on application steps and requirements, please visit:

Florida For-Hire Licensing Requirements

For-hire drivers in Florida—such as chauffeurs, taxi drivers, and limousine operators—are not required to obtain a special license in Florida. However, there may be rules and regulations governing for-hire drivers that are enforced by local governments within the state.

In addition, the company you work for may have additional requirements before you will be allowed to operate within a certain city or county.

Though the exact process will vary depending on the company you work for and the city you live in, here are some of the criteria that for-hire drivers MAY be expected to meet in order to qualify:

  • Have a valid state-issued driver's license.
  • Complete a for-hire application provided by the company you'll be working for.
    • May be specific to your county of residence.
  • Obtain a copy of your Florida driving record.
  • Submit your application to your city or county's public transportation commission.
  • Have your photo and fingerprints taken at your local sheriff's office.
  • Agree to a criminal background check and/or drug test.
  • Attend safety and driver training classes.
    • Some cities may require a defensive driving certificate.
    • Training may also be provided by the company you intend to work for.
  • Pass a written examination.
    • Usually given by the city or county.
  • Pay any required fees.

There are also different requirements should you wish to be part of a transportation network company (TNC) such as Uber or Lyft. Visit our guides on ridesharing for more information:

Other Vehicle Requirements

Broward County Motor Vehicle Department

Most all-terrain and off-road sport vehicles do not have additional licensing requirements in Florida. The following vehicles are exempt from obtaining a CDL in Florida:

  • Authorized emergency vehicles.
  • Military vehicles.
  • Some farming vehicles.
  • Recreational vehicles (RVs).
  • Straight trucks used for transporting personal property.

However, some vehicles allowed to be driven on public roads may require a motorcycle license. Before buying a new vehicle, make sure to ask your dealer what requirements may be involved.

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