New residents have 60 days upon entering the state to obtain an Indiana license and vehicle registration.

New requirements on driver’s licenses are now in effect. Along with the out-of-state license, you will need proof of birth, proof of your Indiana address, and social security number. A current ID list can be obtained through the license branch. You must have all of your identification before taking the written and vision tests. If your out-of-state license has expired for one year or more, a driving test will also be required. Motorcycle endorsements also require testing.

Indiana residents 21 years of age or older require no written test unless you have six points or more on your license.

First-time motorcycle endorsements require a valid Indiana license and must pass the written exam. You must hold the permit for 30 days and complete a skills test. At that time, with your license, skills test, and valid permit, the endorsement may be added to your Indiana license.

For chauffeur, public passenger chauffeur, or CDL license, please contact your local branch for details.

Learner permits are available at 16 years of age after passing a written test and vision screening. If age 15, you must be enrolled in an approved driver’s education course to obtain a permit.

For out-of-state vehicles, a title and police check are required. Vehicles with lienholders (cars financed) need to furnish the out-of-state registration, lienholder information, and insurance company and policy number so the license branch can request your out-of-state title.

For further information, contact your license branch in Lafayette at (765) 448-3738 or the West Lafayette branch at (765) 464-1525.