Virginia DMV Practice Test 2026
The Virginia written knowledge test has 40 questions and requires a 85% score to pass. Use these free practice tests to study the rules of the road, traffic signs, and state-specific laws before your appointment.
Updated April 2026
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329 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, 85% passing score (34 of 40), no time limit
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Test 1: Rules of the Road
Right-of-way, turns, intersections, passing, lane changes
Test 2: Road Signs & Signals
Regulatory signs, warning signs, traffic signals, road markings
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The Virginia written knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions. You need 34 correct answers (85%) to pass. There is no time limit. Tests are administered by the DMV. Questions cover road signs, traffic laws, and Virginia-specific rules. Read how DMV IQ prepares you for test day.
About the Written 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
If you're under 18, you must wait 15 calendar days before retaking the test — a significant wait compared to most states. Adults (18+) can retake once per day. There's no limit on total attempts. Study the Virginia Driver's Manual, paying special attention to road sign recognition.
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.
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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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