NH Teen Driver Permit & License Checklist

Our NH Permit Checklist Builder is a simple, interactive tool that generates a customized, step-by-step list of exactly what your teen needs to begin Drivers Ed, pass the written knowledge test, and get ready for the DMV road test — all based on New Hampshire’s official requirements.

Why Use the NH Permit Checklist Builder?

New Hampshire’s licensing system is different from other states — there’s no physical paper permit, supervised driving begins earlier than most parents expect, and the documentation requirements change depending on the student’s age and progress.

This tool helps you avoid surprises by creating a clear, tailored checklist based on:

  • Your teen’s age range

  • Whether they’ve begun Drivers Ed

  • How many supervised driving hours they’ve completed

  • What they are preparing for:

    • Classroom instruction

    • Behind-the-wheel lessons

    • The NH written knowledge test

    • The DMV road test

  • What official identity and residency documents you already have

Understanding NH Permit & Licensing Requirements

New Hampshire is one of the few states that does not issue a traditional learner’s permit card. Instead, teens may begin practicing driving at 15½ with a licensed adult over 25 in the passenger seat.

However, they still need to:

  • Meet the age requirement

  • Complete a state-approved Drivers Ed program

  • Pass the NH written knowledge test (if under 18)

  • Complete required supervised driving hours

  • Bring the correct DMV documents

  • Pass the road test

Our checklist builder uses these state rules to create a personalized, accurate list every time.

NH Teen Driver Permit & License Checklist

Answer a few quick questions and get a personalized checklist of what your teen needs for New Hampshire driver testing and Drivers Ed with CDS of NH.

CDS of NH specializes in teen Drivers Ed across New Hampshire, with classroom and behind-the-wheel training designed to prepare students for real NH driving conditions.

1. Identity & Residency Documentation

Depending on what you already have, your checklist may include:

  • Original birth certificate or passport

  • Parent/guardian photo ID

  • Proof of NH residency

  • Social Security documentation

2. Drivers Ed Readiness

The tool explains whether your teen:

  • Is old enough to begin Drivers Ed

  • Needs to enroll in a state-approved program

  • Should begin classroom instruction

  • Should prepare for behind-the-wheel lessons

3. Written Test Preparation

If your teen is preparing for the NH written knowledge test, the checklist may include:

  • NH Driver’s Manual study sections

  • Road-sign review

  • Practice test recommendations

  • Documents to bring to the DMV

4. Road-Test Preparation

If they are closer to licensing, their checklist may include:

  • Required driving skills

  • Mock-test recommendations

  • Required documentation

  • Arrival instructions

  • Pre-trip vehicle safety checks

5. Supervised Driving Guidance

Based on the number of hours logged with a parent or guardian, the tool suggests:

  • Winter driving practice

  • Highway merging practice

  • Lane discipline

  • Night-driving hours

  • Complex traffic patterns

 

Built for New Hampshire Families

This tool was created specifically for New Hampshire’s driver licensing process — not a generic national permit guide.

That means it accounts for:

  • NH’s no-paper-permit policy

  • Age-based requirements for Drivers Ed

  • Required classroom, driving, and observation hours

  • NH-specific driving laws

  • Concord-area DMV road-test structure

  • Local driving conditions (winter hazards, rural roads, roundabouts)

Families across the state — Concord, Manchester, Nashua, Derry, Portsmouth, and beyond — can trust the information is accurate and up-to-date.

Why This Tool Exists

CDS of NH has trained teen drivers for decades. We created this tool because parents constantly told us:

  • “I’m not sure what to bring to the DMV.”

  • “I don’t know if my teen can start Drivers Ed yet.”

  • “I don’t want to miss a requirement and delay the license.”

  • “The rules are confusing — can someone simplify this?”

Now it’s simple.
The checklist builder breaks it all down in a personalized, parent-friendly format.

Next Steps After Using the Checklist

Once your family has the personalized checklist, the next step is easy:

1. Enroll in Drivers Ed

We offer 2025 and 2026 teen programs with flexible schedules.
Link to: /drivers-ed-nh/

2. Begin Written Test Preparation

Use our study tools, flashcards, and practice exams.
Link to: Permit Test Guide page

3. Schedule Behind-the-Wheel Time

Instructors cover real NH conditions — snow, hills, rural roads, one-way streets, merging, and more.

4. Review Road-Test Expectations

We’ll walk your teen through everything the examiner wants to see.

Make NH Licensing Simple, Clear & Stress-Free

With the NH Permit Checklist Builder, families get a customized roadmap based on official DMV guidelines and expert Drivers Ed experience.

Whether your teen is just starting or nearly ready for the road test, this tool helps you stay organized, confident, and on track — with guidance from New Hampshire’s trusted Drivers Ed professionals.

Return to Main Driver’s Ed Page: https://cdsofnh.com/drivers-ed-nh/