Coronavirus has stopped high school students from getting their driver licenses -- until Tuesday.

State DMVs are back open for limited in-person business, meaning teens can finally become licensed drivers.

"We thought we were going to wait at least two more months, and then we got the email," said Matt Sortino, of Newtown.

But Sortino is among the lucky ones, because the DMV says 1,000 other teens are still backlogged. The DMV is asking for patience as it tries to get through its appointments in the coming weeks.

Those who are looking to pay a visit to DMV branches must make an appointment online. And for now, each branch is only offering specific services.

Those with appointments must remain in their car until they receive a text that it is their turn to come inside. They will be subjected to a temperature screening.

Only private driving schools are doing behind-the-wheel tests. People can still make appointments through the DMV website, and they'll be contacted about where to go.

If you need a new license, only four branches are available for that service, including Bridgeport and Waterbury. Those locations can also handle out-of-state car registrations.

"We recently just got something in the mail stating that my license may be suspended because I'm not registered in New York state," said Marilyn Sepulveda, of Ridgefield.

To take the written test for a learner's permit, only six locations are performing them, including Norwalk and Danbury.

Gov. Ned Lamont stopped into the Waterbury branch to see how things were running.

"Who would've thought everybody would miss the DMV so much?" said Lamont.