(1) Applications for a Montana high school equivalency diploma must be made at an official GED testing center. Each applicant shall complete an application form at the testing center, provide photo identification (e.g., drivers license, photo identification card, passport) , and pay the testing fees. Prior to testing, applications of 16 year-olds must be reviewed and approved as stated in ARM 10.66.102(2) or (3) . Prior to testing, applicants 17 or 18 years of age shall provide documentation as stated in ARM 10.66.101(3) or (4) .

(2) Applications from veterans or service personnel claiming Montana residency who have taken the GED tests in the service or applications from clients claiming Montana residency who tested in a federal correctional institution will be processed in the office of public instruction upon receipt of a completed application form and an official report of scores as provided in ARM 10.66.107.