If you have an out-of-state, or out-of-country license, or you are renewing a California driver license, you must:
* Be at least 18 years of age.
* Complete all the steps required for a permit. (A temporary license will not be issued if your visual acuity is worse than 20/ 70 in both eyes together.)
* Surrender your valid out-of-state driver license. Your out-of-state license will be invalidated and returned unless you are applying for a commercial license.
NOTE: Driving tests for holders of out-of-state or U.S. territory licenses are normally waived. However, the department may require a driving test for any type of application. Driving tests are required for out-of-country license holders.