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DMV Permit Practice Tests — Virginia

Free practice tests for the Virginia DMV Permit exam, written from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles handbook and federal standards.

Official handbook: Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles

About the Virginia DMV Permit exam

The Virginia DMV Permit exam is administered by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. Like every state, Virginia adopts the federal standards as a baseline and adds state-specific requirements, fees, and procedures.

  • Exam / licence fee: approximately $8 permit; $8/year license.
  • Virginia requires 45 hours of supervised driving (15 at night) for applicants under 18; the permit period is minimum 9 months.

To get started, read the official Virginia handbook (linked above), practice with the tests on this page until you consistently score above 80%, and then schedule your exam with the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.

What's in the Virginia exam: Practice tests for the standard car learner's permit and driver's license written exam in every US state. Questions cover road signs, rules of the road, and safe driving practices drawn from each state's official driver handbook.

Practice test FAQs

How do I get a DMV Permit license in Virginia?

In general you must meet the eligibility requirements, complete any required education or training, and pass the required knowledge test (and, where applicable, a skills test) administered through the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. The exact steps, fees, and documents are set by Virginia and are covered in the guide above.

Is the DMV Permit exam different in Virginia?

The core knowledge tested is similar across states, but Virginia sets its own specific rules, procedures, passing requirements, and any state-law content. That is why it is important to study materials specific to Virginia, which our DMV Permit practice tests are written to reflect.

Are these Virginia practice tests free?

Yes. All of our Virginia DMV Permit practice questions are completely free, with no sign-up or payment required, and every question includes a full explanation. You can start practicing immediately on desktop or mobile.

How should I prepare for the DMV Permit exam in Virginia?

Study the official DMV Permit materials from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, focus on the most heavily tested topics, and take practice tests until you consistently score above the passing threshold. You can start with the Virginia DMV Permit practice tests for this state.

Where can I learn more about the DMV Permit exam format and scoring?

Our DMV Permit exam guide explains the test format, scoring, what is covered, and study strategies that apply in every state, including Virginia.