New Drivers

New Drivers – Under Age 18
If you are applying for your first New Mexico driver license and are under age 18, you must go through the New Mexico Graduated Licensing System to get your license.

New Drivers – Ages 18 to 24
If you are applying for your first New Mexico driver license and are aged 18 to 24, you must complete the ‘None for the Road’ self-study DWI awareness class. The University of New Mexico Continuing Education Center administers the None for the Road course.

Get None for the Road Information and an application on-line or Call for None for the Road information at:
505-277-0051 or toll-free at 1-877-663-7465
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

None for the Road brochures and applications are also available at any MVD Field Office.

New Drivers - Ages 25 and Above
If you are age 25 or above, are applying for your first New Mexico driver license, and have been convicted of DWI, you must either:

- complete the None for the Road course, or
- provide proof that you have completed an approved DWI prevention and education program.

More information on requirements for licensing for drivers ages 25 and above is available online.
How to Get a New Mexico Driver License
How to Get Your First Driver License – Graduated Licensing - Under age 18
How to Get Your First Driver License – Ages 18-24
Under Age 18 - Graduated Licensing Law

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