To receive a passenger endorsement, a person must: Do you currently have car insurance? Insurance is mandatory to drive in Ohio Yes I have insurance. But please show me your best quotes. No, please help me find the best insurance. Question To receive a passenger endorsement, a person must: Answers Undergo a background check. Pay a $10,000 bond. Be a resident of the county in which they intend to drive. Get permission from the city council. Explanation To obtain a passenger endorsement, you must be at least 21 years old; meet vision requirements; be physically and morally fit; and undergo a background check that includes fingerprinting.