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Virginia Learner's Permit Knowledge Exam
35
Total questions
Approx. 45 minutes
10 Questions
Traffic Signs
10
Passing Score 100% on Signs, 80% on General Knowledge (must pass both sections)
25 Questions
General Knowledge
20
Passing Score 100% on Signs, 80% on General Knowledge (must pass both sections)
$3
Exam Fee
Getting Your Virginia Learner's Permit: Your 4-Step Checklist
Step 1: Are You Eligible for a Learner's Permit?
- Applicants must be at least 15 years and 6 months old.
- Parental consent is required if you are under 18.
- You must pass a vision screening.
Step 2: What ID Do I Need?
Step 3: How Much Does the Test Cost?
Step 4: Understanding the Test Format
- Part One (Traffic Signs): 10 questions. You must answer all 10 correctly (100%).
- Part Two (General Knowledge): 25 questions. You must answer at least 20 correctly (80%).
What's the Easiest Way to Pass the Virginia Permit Test?
The 100% passing requirement on the signs portion is tough. Active learning is proven to be more effective than just reading for a test this specific.
Studying the Handbook Alone
Covers all the material.
Passive, boring, and it's incredibly easy to miss a crucial detail on a sign.
Studying the Handbook AloneUsing the Flashpath App
Drill the signs until they're perfect, get realistic practice for both sections, and our Pass Guarantee.
Requires a smartphone.
Using the Flashpath AppBeyond the Permit: Your Complete Virginia Driver's Toolkit
Printable Virginia Cheatsheet (PDF)
Our free one-page PDF with all the critical road signs and rules you must memorize to pass.
Driver's License Road Test Checklist
Thinking ahead to your road test? View our comprehensive guide on the top mistakes to avoid.
New Resident License Transfer Guide
New to Virginia? Our step-by-step guide makes transferring your out-of-state license simple and clear.
See How Virginians Passed with Flashpath
The signs test is no joke, you really have to get 100%. The flashcards in this app are the only reason I passed. A must-have for the VA permit test.
Kevin B., Richmond, VA
I practiced with this app every day for a week. The real DMV test felt easy after that. I passed both parts on my first try!
Samantha J., Virginia Beach, VA
I failed the signs part my first time, then a friend told me about Flashpath. The sign-specific quizzes helped me drill them until I couldn't get them wrong. Passed easily the second time.
David L., Norfolk, VA
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