Today, January 30, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles made the below announcement which goes into effect on Friday, February 6th.
Florida Tax Collectors serve as agents of FLHSMV in delivering motor vehicle and driver license services, including the administration of knowledge and driving examinations. As FLHSMV agents, Tax Collector offices do not establish testing language requirements and must administer written and driving examinations in accordance with policies and directives issued by FLHSMV.
Customers seeking additional information or wishing to share concerns regarding this statewide policy can contact FLHSMV directly.
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FLHSMV Announces Driver License Exams to Be Administered in English Only
~  Florida takes a leading role in highway safety by requiring all driver license exams be taken in English and without an interpreter ~Â
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —Today, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) announced that, beginning Friday, February 6th, all driver license knowledge and skills examinations will be administered exclusively in English. This change applies to all driver license classifications, including exams administered orally.Â
Previously, knowledge exams for most non-commercial driver license classifications were offered in multiple languages, while Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver License (CDL) knowledge exams were only available in English and Spanish. Under the updated policy, all driver license knowledge and skills testing will be conducted in English.Â
To implement this change, FLHSMV has updated its driver license testing system statewide. Language translation services will no longer be permitted for knowledge or skills examinations, and any printed exams in languages other than English will be removed for use.Â
FLHSMV remains committed to ensuring safe roadways for all Floridians and visitors by promoting clear communication, understanding of traffic laws, and responsible driving behavior. Â
