Obtaining Licenses, Generally This is the 2026 edition of the code. This is the current edition. It was last updated Aug 02, 2026. Browse all editions.
This is Article 4 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Obtaining Licenses, Generally.” It is part of Chapter 3 “Licensure of Drivers”, which is part of Subtitle II “Titling, Registration and Licensure”, which is part of Title 46.2 “Motor Vehicles”. It contains 19 laws.
It’s comprised of the following 19 sections.
§ 46.2-323 Application for driver's license; proof of completion of driver education program; penalty
§ 46.2-323.01 Issuance of credentials; relationship with federal law
§ 46.2-323.1 Certification of Virginia residency; nonresidents not eligible for credentials; penalty
§ 46.2-324 Applicants and license holders to notify Department of change of address; fee
§ 46.2-324.1 Requirements for initial licensure of certain applicants
§ 46.2-325 Examination of applicants; waiver of Department's examination under certain circumstances; behind-the-wheel and knowledge examinations
§ 46.2-326 Designation of examiners; conduct of examination; reports
§ 46.2-326.1 Designation of commercial driver's license skills testing examiners
§ 46.2-327 Copies of applications; record of licenses and learner's permits issued, suspended, or revoked
§ 46.2-328 Department to issue licenses; endorsements, classifications, and restrictions authorizing operation of certain vehicles
§ 46.2-328.1 Licenses, permits, and special identification cards to be issued only to United States citizens, legal permanent resident aliens, or holders of valid unexpired nonimmigrant visas; exceptions; renewal, duplication, or reissuance
§ 46.2-328.2 Department to issue documents; veteran indicator
§ 46.2-328.3 Driver privilege cards and permits
§ 46.2-329 Special restrictions on particular licensees
§ 46.2-330 Expiration and renewal of licenses; examinations required
§ 46.2-331 Repealed
§ 46.2-332 Fees
§ 46.2-333 Disposition of fees; expenses
§ 46.2-333.1 Surcharges on certain fees of Department; disposition of proceeds