Vermont DMV Practice Test 2026
367 practice questions built from the 2024-2025 Vermont Driver's Manual, with an explanation on every answer.
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367 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), no time limit
Last verified July 2026 · Vermont Driver's Manual
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Master each topic before your Vermont written test. 4 categories are free to start.
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Vermont Test 1: Rules of the Road
Right-of-way, turns, intersections, passing, lane changes
Vermont Test 2: Road Signs & Signals
Regulatory signs, warning signs, traffic signals, road markings
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ProAbout 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. There is no formal time limit. Results appear on screen immediately.
If You Don't Pass
If you score below 80%, you can retake the test the next business day. There's no limit on retake attempts, but you'll need to pay the $39 fee each time. Study the Vermont Driver's Manual and focus on areas where you struggled.
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.
How hard is Vermont's test, really?
14th hardest of 51.
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