Louisiana DMV Examen de práctica 2026

Louisiana's written knowledge test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions administered by the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV). You need at least 32 correct answers — an 80% passing score — to earn your Class E Learner's Permit. The test covers traffic laws, safe driving practices, road signs, driver responsibility, and vehicle positioning.

Where and How to Take It

The test is taken in person at any Louisiana OMV location. Walk-ins are accepted, though wait times can be significant at busier locations, particularly in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Tests are computer-based. Louisiana does not currently offer online knowledge testing.

What to Bring

Bring proof of identity (birth certificate or passport), your Social Security card, and proof of Louisiana residency. If you're under 18, you need parental consent and proof of completing a 38-hour driver education course. The permit fee is $32.25.

Test Day

After document verification and a vision screening, you'll be seated at a computer terminal. The 40 questions cover traffic laws, safe driving practices, road signs and signals, driver responsibility, and vehicle positioning on the road. All questions are based on the Louisiana Driver's Guide. There is no formal time limit.

If You Don't Pass

If you fail, you can retake the test once more on the same day (you'll need to pay a retest fee). After 2 failures in one day, you must wait until the next business day to try again.

Louisiana-Specific Details

Louisiana's OMV website is expresslane.org — one of the more memorable state DMV URLs. The state has a robust Graduated Driver Licensing program requiring a 38-hour driver education course for all teens under 18. Louisiana uses the BAC limit of .08% for adults and .02% for anyone under 21. The state also has unique laws regarding right turns on red and funeral procession right-of-way.

Permit vs. License

After passing, you receive a Class E Learner's Permit. Teens must hold it for 180 days and complete 50 hours of supervised driving (15 at night) — one of the highest nighttime driving requirements. At 16, you can get an intermediate license with curfew (11 PM–5 AM) and passenger restrictions. Full unrestricted licensing comes at age 17.