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South Carolina Permit Hours: How Many You Need and How to Track Them
South Carolina requires 40 total supervised driving hours, including 10 at night.
Requirements at a glance
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Total supervised hours | 40 |
| Night hours | 10 |
| Minimum permit age | 15 |
| Permit hold period | 6 months |
| Supervisor minimum age | 21 |
| Driver education required | No |
Night driving rules
South Carolina defines night as midnight to 6 AM for learner’s permit holders. Any driving between midnight and 6 AM counts toward your 10 required night hours.
What your supervisor needs to know
Your supervising driver must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license. They need to sit in the front passenger seat and be ready to take over at any time.
Curfew restrictions
Learner’s permit holders in South Carolina cannot drive between midnight and 6 AM. The seasonal 6 PM/8 PM curfew applies to the conditional (intermediate) license stage, not the learner’s permit. Plan your practice sessions accordingly.
Tracking your hours
Keeping a paper log of 40 hours sounds simple until you actually try it. Moda does it for you. It tracks each session, splits day and night hours, and keeps a running total so you always know where you stand.
How many supervised driving hours does South Carolina require?
South Carolina requires 40 total supervised driving hours, with 10 of those at night.
What counts as night driving in South Carolina?
Night driving in South Carolina is defined as midnight to 6 AM. You’ll need 10 hours of night driving.
How long do I need to hold my permit in South Carolina?
You’ll need to hold your learner’s permit for at least 6 months before you can apply for your license.