Free Virginia DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Prepare for the Virginia DMV permit test with 599 practice questions drawn from the Virginia Driver's Manual. Each one explains why the answer is right, so you learn the rules instead of memorizing them, and your weak spots come back until they stick.
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599 practice questions to help you master the Virginia DMV Test, 4 practice tests, 1 exam simulation
Virginia requirement to pass
40 questions on the real test, time limit not published. Two-part gate, not one score: all 10 road-sign questions correct, then 24 of 30 general. 34 of 40 is not enough if a sign question is wrong.
Verified November 2026 by our editorial team from Virginia Driver's Manual. Rules change, so always confirm with the current official materials from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before your test.
Study by Category
Master each topic before your Virginia 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.
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.
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.
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.
Practice Runs
Complete practice runs to test your knowledge. Runs 1-2 are free.
Virginia Test 1: All Topics, Set A
Includes red arrow turns, driving philosophy, and pavement markings, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
Virginia Test 2: All Topics, Set B
Includes bicycle box, warning signs, and emergency vehicles, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
Virginia Test 3: All Topics, Set C
ProIncludes regulatory signs, service signs, and funeral procession, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
Virginia Test 4: All Topics, Set D
ProIncludes visibility, dui dwi, and equipment requirements, plus every other topic on the test. No repeats across Sets A to D.
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ProAbout the Virginia DMV Test
Virginia's knowledge test is administered by the Department of Motor Vehicles and has a unique two-part format. The first section has 10 road sign identification questions - and you must get all 10 correct before moving to the second section. The second section has 30 general knowledge questions, and you need at least 24 correct. In total, that's 34 out of 40 questions correct for an 85% passing score - one of the highest thresholds in the nation.
Where and How to Take It
The test is taken in person at any Virginia DMV customer service center. Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are available online and recommended. High school students enrolled in driver education can also take the test at participating schools. Virginia is one of the most multilingual testing states, offering the exam in 24 languages. Oral exams are available by request.
What to Bring
Bring proof of identity, your Social Security card, two proofs of Virginia residency, and proof of legal presence. Under-18 applicants need a driver education certificate and parental consent. The learner's permit fee is just $3 - one of the lowest in the country - plus the applicable license fee.
Test Day
The two-part format is distinctive: you must score 10 out of 10 on road signs before you even see the general knowledge questions. If you miss a single sign question, you fail immediately and must retake the entire test. Once past the signs section, the 30 general knowledge questions cover traffic laws, right-of-way, safe driving, and DUI laws.
If You Don't Pass
The wait between knowledge test attempts escalates: 15 days after the first failure, rising to 15 days. Study the Virginia Driver's Manual and focus on the areas where you missed questions.
Virginia-Specific Details
Virginia's two-part format and 85% passing score make it one of the most demanding knowledge tests in the country. The perfect score requirement on road signs means you must know every sign. Virginia requires 45 hours of supervised driving (15 at night) for under-18 permit holders, and the 9-month permit holding period is longer than most states.
Learner's Permit vs. Full License
After passing, you receive a learner's permit. Under-18 holders must keep it for at least 9 months, complete 45 hours of supervised driving, and pass the road test. Provisional license holders face nighttime (midnight-4am) and passenger restrictions until age 18.
Try It Yourself
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Sample Flash Card
At what absolute speed is a driver automatically charged with reckless driving in Virginia, regardless of the posted limit?
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Start PracticingWhen approaching a school zone during school hours, the maximum speed limit in Virginia is:
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