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Passenger (Class D) Driver's Licenses

If you are a Massachusetts resident (or even a non-resident), you must have a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle on any public road, highway, or other way permitting access to the public.

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, van or small truck.

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Guide:
Massachusetts Identification (ID) Requirements 

What would you like to do?

Top tasks

Renew your driver's license  Apply for a Class D (passenger) learner's permit 

All other tasks

Schedule your road test  Change information on your driver's license or ID card  Change your address with the RMV  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 requirements for passenger, motorcycle, and commercial licenses  Foreign driver’s license  Driving in Massachusetts on a Foreign Driver’s License  Junior Operator License (JOL) requirements  Driver's license renewals and replacements for military and their spouses/dependents  Motor Voter program 
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