Washington Driver's License Practice Test 2026
Washington DOL Knowledge Test — 40 questions, 80% to pass (32/40 correct) Practice every question free, then sit a 40-question mock scored to the real 80% pass line.
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📅 Test in a week? Follow the 7-day study plan
Signs first, the real topics day by day, a full mock on day 6 and mistake review on day 7 →
🎯 Practice by Topic
Licenses
Washington driver license types, the intermediate (graduated) license for teens, identity and residency requirements, REAL ID, fees, renewals, and alcohol/drug laws affecting your license.
Vehicles
Owning and maintaining a vehicle in Washington: registration and insurance, required safety equipment, seat belts and child restraints, vehicle safety technology, and basic maintenance.
Drivers
You behind the wheel: physical and mental readiness, the dangers of impaired, distracted, and drowsy driving, emotions, and how alcohol and drugs affect your ability to drive safely.
Roads
Rules of the road in Washington: traffic signs, signals and pavement markings, speed limits, right-of-way, intersections, turns, lane use, passing, parking, and sharing the road.
Hazards
Managing hazards and emergencies in Washington: adverse weather and road conditions, night driving, skids and braking, collisions, vehicle emergencies, and railroad crossings.
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📋 What to Bring
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Proof of identity and date of birth
Documents that prove your identity and date of birth (and, for a REAL ID, U.S. citizenship or lawful presence)
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Proof of Washington residency
Documents showing your current Washington residential address
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Social Security Number
Provide your SSN if you have one
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Driver education certificate (under 18)
Applicants under 18 must complete an approved driver education course
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Test / license fee
Bring an accepted payment method; fees vary by transaction
📅 How to Schedule
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Prepare and study
Study the Washington State Driver Guide and take practice tests before scheduling your knowledge test.
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Schedule with DOL or a testing center
The knowledge test is offered at driver licensing offices and authorized testing locations; check dol.wa.gov for options.
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Bring all required documents
Bring proof of identity/date of birth, Washington residency, and your SSN. A vision screening is done on-site.
💡 Test Day Tips
- •The Washington knowledge test has 40 questions; you must answer 32 correctly (80%) to pass.
- •Washington teens get an intermediate license with restrictions: for the first 6 months no passengers under 20 (except family), then limits continue, and no driving from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. except in limited situations.
- •Washington's BAC limit is 0.08% for drivers 21 and older and 0.02% for drivers under 21. There is also a THC (cannabis) limit of 5 ng for drivers 21+ and any amount for those under 21.
- •Washington's Move Over law requires you to slow down and, when safe, move over a lane for stopped emergency, work, and other vehicles with flashing lights on the roadside.
- •When meeting an oncoming vehicle at night, dim your high beams to low when the other vehicle is within 500 feet, and when following another vehicle within 300 feet.
📚 Driver Handbook
All practice questions are based on the chapters below. Click any chapter to read it on the official DMV website.
🔗 Official Resources
❓ Frequently asked questions
How many questions are on the Washington Driver's License test, and how many do I need to pass?
The Washington Driver's License knowledge test has 40 questions. You must answer 32 correctly (80%) to pass.
How many questions can you miss on the Washington Driver's License test?
You can miss up to 8 of the 40 questions and still pass.
Can you take the Washington Driver's License test in your language?
The Washington Driver's License knowledge test is offered in: English · 中文 · Español · Tiếng Việt · 한국어. See test languages by state →
What should I bring to the Washington Driver's License test?
Proof of identity and date of birth — Documents that prove your identity and date of birth (and, for a REAL ID, U.S. citizenship or lawful presence) Proof of Washington residency — Documents showing your current Washington residential address Social Security Number — Provide your SSN if you have one Driver education certificate (under 18) — Applicants under 18 must complete an approved driver education course Test / license fee — Bring an accepted payment method; fees vary by transaction
How do I schedule and take the Washington Driver's License test?
1. Prepare and study: Study the Washington State Driver Guide and take practice tests before scheduling your knowledge test. 2. Schedule with DOL or a testing center: The knowledge test is offered at driver licensing offices and authorized testing locations; check dol.wa.gov for options. 3. Bring all required documents: Bring proof of identity/date of birth, Washington residency, and your SSN. A vision screening is done on-site.