Florida Driver License Exams to be Administered in English Only
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The Frame
Residents seeking a driver license in Florida will no longer be able to take knowledge or skills exams in languages other than English or use translation services, regardless of their primary language.
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Non-English speaking driver license applicants
Applicants must now complete all testing requirements in English without the assistance of interpreters or translated materials.
Commercial driver license applicants
Applicants who previously utilized Spanish-language testing options for commercial licenses must now test in English.
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Summary
Key Facts
- Effective February 6, 2026, all driver license knowledge and skills exams must be taken in English.
- The use of language translation services for knowledge or skills examinations is prohibited.
- The policy applies to all driver license classifications, including oral examinations.
- Previously, non-commercial knowledge exams were offered in multiple languages.
- Previously, Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver License (CDL) exams were available in English and Spanish.
- All printed exams in languages other than English are being removed from use.
- The FLHSMV has updated its statewide driver license testing system to reflect these changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I still use an interpreter during my driving test?
Does this change apply to commercial driver licenses?
Why It Matters
Residents seeking a driver license in Florida will no longer be able to take knowledge or skills exams in languages other than English or use translation services, regardless of their primary language.
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Removal of Multilingual Testing
The state has moved from a multi-language support model for non-commercial licenses and a bilingual model for commercial licenses to a strictly English-only testing environment.
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www.flhsmv.gov
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