• Special Licenses in North Carolina

    Buses

    • Must be at least 18 years old.
    • Must have at least six months of driving experience.
    • Have "P" and "S" endorsements.
    • Have a School Bus Driver's Certificate.

    For more information on how to get your certificate, read the School Bus Handbook. You can also pick this up at your local DMV.

    Shuttle

    You do not need a CDL if the shuttle van or bus you're driving is designed for 15 passengers or less.

    Taxi

    License requirements are governed by each municipality.

    Chauffeur

    North Carolina does not require a chauffeur's license.

    Sport Vehicles

    All Terrain Vehicles (ATV)

    All riders born on or after January 1, 1990 must complete an ATV safety course in order to legally operate an ATV in North Carolina.

    Personal Watercrafts (PWC)

    • Kids 14 or 15 years old can only operate a boat if they've completed a state-approved boating safety education course or if they're accompanied on board by anyone 18 or older.
    • Kids 14 or under are not allowed to operate a PWC.

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