In the state's own words

“Instructions: Parent/Legal Guardian/Responsible Adult - complete this form and submit it to the Driver Examination Station after the applicant, who is under 18 years of age, has completed the minimum six-month period for holding a traffic education permit or a learner license.”

Montana Motor Vehicle Division Form 21-1600, page 1, the 'Instructions' paragraph at the top Read it on mvdmt.gov

“has completed 50 hours of supervised driving experience, 10 of which were at night;”

Montana Motor Vehicle Division Form 21-1600, page 1, the first bullet under 'I certify, under penalty of law' Read it on mvdmt.gov

“has successfully completed an alternative traffic education course approved by the department of justice and presents written certification from the person's parent or legal guardian that states the person has had at least 75 hours of driving experience, 15 of which were at night”

Montana Legislature Montana Code Annotated 61-5-132, subsection (1)(c)(ii) Read it on leg.mt.gov

Checked on the state's own website on October 18, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with your DMV before your appointment.

What this means for you

Form 21-1600 is a one-page certification. The 50 hours, 10 at night, are printed on it, so there is nothing to total. Keep your own log.

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