Florida Driver's Handbook
Chapter 2: The Florida Driver License

2.3. Who Needs One?

  • If you live in Florida and want to drive a motor vehicle on public streets and highways.
  • If you move to Florida and have a valid license from another state, you must get a Florida license within 30 days of becoming a resident. You are considered a resident of Florida if you:
    1. Enroll your children in public school, or
    2. Register to vote, or
    3. File for a homestead exemption, or
    4. Accept employment, or
    5. Reside in Florida for more than six consecutive months.

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