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Free Vermont DMV Permit Practice Test 2026

Study 589 Vermont DMV practice questions written from the Vermont Driver's Manual, every answer explained in plain language. Start free, track what you miss, and get a readiness score that tells you when you're ready to book your Vermont permit test.

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589 practice questions to help you master the Vermont DMV Test, 4 practice tests, 1 exam simulation

Vermont requirement to pass

20 questions on the real test, 80% passing score (16 of 20), time limit not published

Verified November 2026 by our editorial team from Vermont Driver's Manual. Rules change, so always confirm with the current official materials from the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before your test.

Study by Category

Master each topic before your Vermont written test. 4 categories are free to start.

Shape and color carry the meaning before you can read the words: an octagon is always stop, a yellow diamond always warns. Covers regulatory, warning, guide and work-zone signs, including the ones with no text at all.

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Speed limits, parking and the everyday rules that carry points when broken. Covers the basic speed law, why a posted limit is a maximum rather than a target, and where you may never stop or park.

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Signals, flashing lights, and the arrows that override them. Covers what a yellow light actually requires of you, when a red arrow forbids a turn a red ball would allow, and who has control when the lights go dark.

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The paperwork side of driving legally. Covers licensing and insurance requirements, what to carry in the vehicle, and the steps to take after a collision.

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Practice Runs

Complete practice runs to test your knowledge. Runs 1-2 are free.

Vermont Test 1: All Topics, Set A

Includes regulatory signs, moose hard to see, and urban driving, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.

25 questions~45 min
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Vermont Test 2: All Topics, Set B

Includes stopping distance, regulatory signs, and pedestrians, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.

25 questions~45 min
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Vermont Test 3: All Topics, Set C

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Includes turn into nearest lane, regulatory signs, and equipment requirements, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.

25 questions~45 min

Vermont Test 4: All Topics, Set D

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Includes airbags, warning signs, and preparation, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.

25 questions~45 min

About the Vermont DMV Test

Vermont's knowledge test is administered by the Department of Motor Vehicles and is one of the shortest in the country - just 20 multiple-choice questions. But with an 80% passing requirement, you can only miss 4 questions, so each one counts. The test is based on the Vermont Driver's Manual.

Where and How to Take It

The test is taken in person at any Vermont DMV office on a computer terminal. Walk-ins are accepted, though wait times can vary by location and time of day. Vermont is one of the most multilingual testing states, offering the knowledge test in 15 languages including English, Spanish, Arabic, French, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, and many others.

What to Bring

Bring proof of identity (birth certificate or passport), your Social Security number, and two proofs of Vermont residency. Under-18 applicants need parental consent. The learner's permit fee is $39, payable at the time of testing.

Test Day

After document verification and fee payment, you'll be seated at a computer terminal. The 20 questions cover road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way, speed limits, DUI laws, and safe driving practices. Results appear on screen immediately.

If You Don't Pass

You must wait 1 day before retaking the knowledge test. Each attempt costs $39. Study the Vermont Driver's Manual and focus on the areas where you missed questions.

Vermont-Specific Details

Vermont stands out in several ways: its 15-language testing availability is among the most inclusive in the nation. The state also requires the supervising driver for permit holders to be at least 25 years old - older than most states require. Vermont's rural roads, winter driving conditions, and wildlife encounters (moose and deer) are important topics. The state has a 12-month learner's permit holding period, longer than most states.

Learner's Permit vs. Full License

After passing the written test, you receive a learner's permit. You must hold it for at least 12 months - one of the longest holding periods in the country. Under-18 drivers face nighttime (midnight-5am) and passenger restrictions. The supervising driver must be at least 25 and licensed, seated in the front passenger seat.

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How many hours of supervised driving practice are required for a Vermont learner's permit holder?

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When approaching a school zone during school hours, the maximum speed limit in Vermont is:

A15 mph
B20 mph
C25 mph
D30 mph

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Helpful guides

→How to Pass Your DMV Written Test on the First Try→The 25 Most Missed DMV Test Questions→What to Bring to the DMV for Your Permit Test

Frequently Asked Questions

The Vermont test has 20 questions, and you need 16 correct (80%), so you can miss only 4. It is computer-based at a DMV office, with pass or fail shown on screen right away. Questions come from the Vermont Driver's Manual (2024-2025), and the DMV does not publish a time limit.
The car knowledge test costs $39 and is paid on every attempt. The motorcycle knowledge test is $11, and a road test is $23. Vermont sets no cap on attempts, so you can test until you pass, paying each time.
After a failed Vermont knowledge test, wait at least 1 day. A failed road test requires at least 7 days, and both waits stay flat rather than growing with each failure. For a CDL, failing the skills test 3 times forces a six-month wait. That CDL rule does not apply to the regular car test.
Yes. Vermont lists 16 options, including English, American Sign Language, Arabic, Bosnian/Serbian/Croatian, Burmese, Dari, French, Kirundi, Mandarin Chinese, Nepali, Pashto, Russian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili and Ukrainian. The DMV's interpreter services page has the full list.
Yes, our data lists online knowledge testing for all learner permit applicants. It gives no details on how the online test works, so confirm the steps and eligibility with the Vermont DMV before you rely on it. The in-person test is computer-based at a Vermont DMV office.
No. Vermont accepts walk-ins at all DMV locations, and appointments may also be available at some offices. Wait times can vary by location and time of day. The test is taken in person at a DMV office on a computer, with results shown on screen.
Bring proof of identity (birth certificate or passport), your Social Security number, and 2 proofs of Vermont residency. If you are under 18, you also need parental consent. The state's guide says the $39 learner's permit fee is payable at the time of testing, so be ready to pay when you test.
The supervising driver must be 25 or older and licensed, seated in the front. A Vermont learner's permit allows supervised driving only with that driver. The minimum permit age is 15, with parental consent and driver education. You must hold the permit at least 12 months before the road test. Nighttime and passenger restrictions apply until 18.
Passing the written test earns your learner permit. From there you build supervised driving hours, and the last step is the Vermont road test, the behind-the-wheel exam. See the full Vermont road test guide for requirements, what to bring, and scoring.

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