How to get a Virginia Learners Permit
Are you a first time driver? Then getting that learners permit can be exciting and daunting at the same time. This article will take you through the steps to get your Virginia learners permit online with an extra emphasis on safe teen driving.
Virginia Learner's Permit Rules
Under Virginia DMV guidelines, you must be 15 years and 3 months old to get a learners permit.
All applicants are required pass a two-part written exam and a vision test in order to obtain the permit. You then must hold it for at least 9 months. You must provide proof of successful completion of a state-approved driver education program and log 45 hours of driving (fifteen of which must have been completed after sunset) before applying for a driver's license.
Prepare for the Written Exam
The Virginia DMV requires that all applicants must pass a two-part written exam on traffic signs, motor vehicle laws and safe driving techniques. All ten traffic sign questions in Part One must be answered correctly before you can take the 25-question general knowledge exam in Part Two. You must score at least 80% on these questions to pass Part Two.
If you fail the exam, you must wait 15 days before you can retake the exam and pay a $2.00 re-examination fee.
Paperwork
Before you head to the Virginia DMV Office, make sure you have all of the following required documents to get your learners permit:
- Proof of identity
- Proof of legal presence
- Proof of Virginia Residency
- Proof of your social security number (if you have been issued one)
You may also use the document guide to determine the proper documents to bring.
On the Road
When you first receive your Virginia learners permit, you are allowed to practice between the hours of 4:00am - 11:59pm with a licensed driver who is at least 21 and in the seat beside you.
Learners Permit Resources
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Virginia Driver's Manual for New Drivers Virginia DMV Virginia Practice Permit Test |
