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Passenger (Class D) Driver's Licenses

You need a driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. In addition, driver's licenses are commonly used as official forms of identification.

For purposes of identification and licensing, the Massachusetts RMV issues driver's licenses. Different driver's licenses can be used to operate different classes of vehicles. The most common is the passenger (Class D) license, which allows you to legally operate a passenger vehicle.

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Top tasks

Apply for a Class D (passenger) learner's permit 
Check the status of your driver's license or Massachusetts ID 

All other tasks

Renew your driver's license 
Reinstate your driver's license 
Replace your Class D, M, or commercial learner's permit 
Replace your driver's license 
Transfer your out-of-state driver's license to Massachusetts 
Transfer your out-of-state learner’s permit to Massachusetts 
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What you need to know

Road test for passenger, motorcycle, and commercial licenses 
Out-of-state license conversion 
Foreign driver’s license 
International permits and licenses 
Identification (ID) requirements 
Medical standards for passenger (Class D) and motorcycle (Class M) driver's licenses 
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