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The application fee for an Ohio learner's permit (TIPIC) is $26.50, paid after you pass the required tests. The TIPIC fee is the same regardless of age, although the full driver-license fee later can vary by age.
| Service | When You Pay | Current Charge |
|---|---|---|
| Knowledge test | When you take the test | No separate Class D knowledge-test fee |
| Knowledge-test retake | After a failed attempt | No separate retake fee; Ohio requires at least a 24-hour wait before retesting |
| Operator TIPIC issuance | After you pass the required testing and complete issuance at a deputy registrar | $26.50 |
| Reprint / duplicate credential | Only if you later need that separate service | Check the current BMV fee table for the specific transaction |
Ohio BMV's current fee table lists the operator temporary permit at $26.50: https://www.bmv.ohio.gov/doc-fees.aspx.
Ohio does not list a separate Class D knowledge-test fee. The $26.50 TIPIC fee is paid when you complete permit issuance after passing the required testing.
Do you pay again each time you fail the Ohio permit test? No separate Class D retake fee is listed. A failed attempt costs time because you must wait before trying again, not another TIPIC fee.
Yes. The operator TIPIC fee itself is $26.50 regardless of age. The first driver-license fee later varies by age.
Does the Ohio TIPIC fee include the plastic permit card? The $26.50 is the operator temporary-permit issuance fee. Do not add a separate plastic-card charge unless the BMV lists a separate transaction you actually need.
Beyond the standard permit application fee, budget for these potential expenses.
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Check payment policies before your visit. While most Deputy Registrar locations accept cards, some independent offices in smaller towns like Chillicothe may still be cash or check only. Calling ahead to confirm can prevent a wasted trip.
No. The BMV TIPIC fee and private driver-education charges are separate. If driver education applies to your age group, budget for it separately.
A failed Ohio Class D knowledge test does not create a separate retake fee. For the full failed-test fee and refund explanation, see the Ohio fees and costs guide.
The Ohio BMV does not offer an installment plan for the standard TIPIC issuance fee. The amount due for the BMV transaction is paid when the permit is issued.
For detailed payment-method questions, use the dedicated Ohio BMV payment-method guide. For possible fee assistance, see the separate fee-waiver page.
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