Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)

Arizona Permit Test (2026)

Study for the official MVD Permit Test (a 30-question written test; the online version is the Permit Test @ Home) with free practice tests written from the state's own rules — plus the verified facts below: how many questions, the passing score, and what it costs.

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New-driver rules in Arizona

Teens at least 15½ years old can get a graduated instruction permit, which is valid 12 months and must be held for 6 months (or until age 18) while completing 30 hours of supervised practice including 10 at night (20 hours with 6 at night if an approved driver education program is completed). For the first six months, Class G license holders may not drive between midnight and 5 a.m. and may carry no more than one passenger under 18, unless an exception applies such as a supervising parent or guardian, sibling passengers, or driving for work, school, religious activity, or a family emergency.

Verified 2026-09-25 · Source: MVD

Arizona permit test FAQ

How many questions are on the Arizona permit test?

The official Arizona Permit Test (a 30-question written test; the online version is the Permit Test @ Home) has 30 questions, according to the MVD (verified 2026-09-26).

What score do you need to pass the Arizona permit test?

You must answer 24 of 30 questions correctly (80%) to pass the Arizona Permit Test (a 30-question written test; the online version is the Permit Test @ Home). Source: MVD, verified 2026-09-25.

How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Arizona?

You can apply for a learner's permit in Arizona at 15½, according to the MVD (verified 2026-09-26).

How much does the Arizona permit cost?

Non-travel instruction permit: $7 (restricted instruction permit $3; duplicate instruction permit $2). An original driver license costs $25 for ages 16-39. — as listed by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), verified 2026-09-23. Always confirm current fees on the official site.

What happens if you fail the Arizona permit test?

One application fee covers up to three attempts at the written test. If you fail, you may retake the test at an MVD or authorized third-party office on the following business day; after a second or third failed attempt, a verbal test may be offered by appointment. (per the MVD, verified 2026-09-21).

Can you take the Arizona permit test online?

Yes, in some cases. The MVD offers an online option for the Permit Test (a 30-question written test; the online version is the Permit Test @ Home) — check eligibility on the official site (verified 2026-09-26).

What languages is the Arizona permit test offered in?

11 languages: English, Spanish, German, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Arabic, Russian, Italian, French, Tagalog, and Korean; an audio version and verbal tests (by appointment) are also available. (per the MVD, verified 2026-09-26).

Who runs the permit test in Arizona?

Driver licensing in Arizona is handled by the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD). The official site is https://azdot.gov/mvd.

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