Driving Idaho
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do we meet?
NAMPA Location - 16839 N Marketplace Blvd. Nampa, ID 83687
"NEAR" Panera Bread (Do Not Go Inside)
- Drive past Panera Bread front doors and turn right at end, then park ​
Cick Here for map of where to meet and park
MERIDIAN Location - Walgreens, 1625 S Meridian Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
(see link below of where to park, nearest to Meridian Road directly across from "Red Box" Movie Kiosk)
Cick Here for map of where to meet and park
KUNA Location - Panda Express, 1309 N Jacksonmill Ave, Kuna, ID 83634
Cick Here for map of where to meet and park
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The cost is $28.50 cash collected prior to the test
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We accept cash-only and usually cannot make change
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We use your car for testing
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You will need to show proof of insurance and current registration
What items will be scored on the test? - Acceleration, Gap or Stop Line, Speed, Attentive, Lane Changes, Parking, Steering Control, Right-of-Way, Deceleration, Signals, Spacing, Turns, and Unnecessary Stops, Parallel Parking, Backing
Do you have a list I can use to practice? - You bet: download it here.
Can I bring my parent/guardian for the test? By law, only 1 parent can ride along with a driver who is 17 years and younger and must sign a liability waiver. Do note, parents will not be able to coach or talk to their child during the test or else the test will result in an automatic fail.
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Do I have to live in Ada/Canyon County to test with you? No, you are not required to test in the county where you reside. I'm more than happy to test you if you can make it to one of the locations above.
Where can I find the Idaho State Driver's Handbook? - Here it is: ITD Driver's Handbook
How long do I have to take the envelope to the DMV? - You will have up to 1 year, but sooner is better.
How Can I Contact the DMV for an Appointment?
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Department of Motor Vehicles Canyon County
Caldwell DMV
Address: 6107 Graye Ln, Caldwell, ID 83607
Phone: (208) 454-7487
Canyon County Appointments - click here
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Department of Motor Vehicles in Ada County
Meridian DMV
Address: 736 S. Progress Ave., Meridian, ID 83642
Ada County Appointment Scheduler - click here
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Boise DMV
400 N Benjamin Ln #101, Boise, ID 83709
Phone: (208) 577-3135
Ada County Appointment Scheduler - click here
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Star DMV
10769 W State St., Star, 83669
Phone: (208) 577-3135
Ada County Appointment Scheduler - click here
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Owyhee County License Bureau
Marsing DMV
15 Reich St, Marsing, ID 83639
Phone: (208) 896-4210
No Appointments Walk In's ONLY
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