Louisiana OMV permit practice test 2026
The Louisiana OMV knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions, and you need 32 right to pass (80%). Our 302 practice questions are written from the Class D & E Driver's Guide (2021), and every answer tells you where to find the rule in the handbook. Free, with no sign-up.
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Each test mixes questions from every part of the handbook. Work through them in order, then use the simulator.
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The Louisiana OMV knowledge test
Multiple-choice test on traffic signs, signals, safe driving and Louisiana law, taken from the Driver's Guide; given on a computer in most offices. For teens the knowledge and skills tests are administered by the driver education provider. A Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) is required before taking the knowledge test.
Source: Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (Department of Public Safety & Corrections, Public Safety Services), checked 2026-10-27.
What the test covers
Our questions follow the handbook's chapters. The number of practice questions on each topic:
| Topic | Practice questions |
|---|---|
| Licensing laws and penalties | 46 |
| Safe and defensive driving | 43 |
| Sharing the road | 38 |
| Road signs | 28 |
| Alcohol and drugs | 26 |
| Signals and pavement markings | 20 |
| Hazards, weather and night driving | 20 |
| Following and passing | 16 |
| Parking | 16 |
| Emergencies | 15 |
| Turns and intersections | 13 |
| Right of way | 8 |
| Speed limits | 7 |
| Lanes, highways and freeways | 6 |
Louisiana learner's permit rules
- Minimum age: 15 (learner's permit); 14 for the Class E Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) used only during driver education
- Hold the permit for at least 180 days and until age 16 for those who start at 15; a 16-year-old holds it 180 days or until turning 17; applicants 17 and older need not hold it 180 days before the road test
- 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 at night
- You must complete driver education: 30 hours classroom plus 8 hours behind the wheel (38-hour course). Adults 18 and older may take a 6-hour pre-licensing course plus 8 hours behind the wheel
- Drive only with a licensed parent, guardian or adult at least 21, or a licensed sibling at least 18
- No cell phone use, including hands-free
- 50 hours of supervised driving, 15 at night, confirmed by a parent or guardian before the intermediate license
- No at-fault crashes, moving violations, or seat belt, curfew, drug or alcohol violations while on the permit
- Vision 20/40 in one or both eyes; pass the 40-question knowledge test with 80%
Fees: Learner's permit / Class E license (basic fee, until age 69) $32.25; Class E license age 70+ $18.75; Office service fee up to $8.00 at some offices (New Licenses page); the Permits page says up to $6.00 and the guide says $0.50-$6.00.
The official handbook
Everything on the test comes from the Class D & E Driver's Guide. Read it alongside the practice tests. Our chapter-by-chapter guide.
Renewing your license
Vision test at every renewal. Residents 70+ cannot be selected for mail/internet renewal. People over 60 applying for a license for the first time must submit a physician/vision specialist report. Reduced fee at 70+ ($18.75 Class E).
Questions
How many questions are on the Louisiana permit test?
The Louisiana OMV knowledge test has 40 questions and you need 32 correct to pass (80%).
How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Louisiana?
15 (learner's permit); 14 for the Class E Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) used only during driver education. You then hold the permit for at least 180 days and until age 16 for those who start at 15; a 16-year-old holds it 180 days or until turning 17; applicants 17 and older need not hold it 180 days before the road test and 50 hours of supervised driving, including 15 at night.
Can I take the Louisiana permit test in Spanish or another language?
If you don't read English well, you may bring a translator for non-CDL knowledge tests.
What do I need to bring for the Louisiana permit test?
Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) and Certificate of Successful Completion of driver education; Certified birth certificate (minors) or one primary + additional ID (adults); no photocopies; Social Security number verification; Proof of address; Custodial parent or legal guardian present to sign (17 and under), with their ID and custody/guardianship papers.
What is the vision requirement in Louisiana?
20/40 in one or both eyes (minimum standard). Failing applicants get a vision report for a specialist to complete. Corrective-lens restriction code 01.
Independent practice tests, not affiliated with the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (Department of Public Safety & Corrections, Public Safety Services). Questions written by us from the official handbook and checked against it.