Beginning later this week, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is implementing a policy requiring all driver license knowledge and skills exams to be conducted only in English.
The agency made the announcement on Friday, adding that examinations must be taken without an interpreter or language translation services, and any printed exams in other languages will be removed.
This change applies to both written and oral tests, including commercial driver licenses and learner’s permits.
“FLHSMV remains committed to ensuring safe roadways for all Floridians and visitors by promoting clear communication, understanding of traffic laws, and responsible driving behavior,” the department wrote in a press release.
Keep reading below to learn more about this change:
When will Florida driver license exams only be administered in English?
The new testing policy will go into effect on Friday, February 6, 2026.
Were Florida driver license exams given in other languages?
According to the release, knowledge exams for most non-commercial driver license classifications have previously been offered in multiple languages. Learner’s permit and driver license tests are currently available in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
To implement the new, English-only change, FLHSMV has updated its testing system statewide. Visit their website for more details.