West Virginia DMV Practice Tests

As long as you do not become a WV resident, you are allowed to drive with a valid out-of-state license for as long as you like.Question Category

Yes. West Virginia recognizes valid out-of-state Learner's Permits. You will need to follow the laws of the home/issue state.

If your license is still valid, you do not have to take the WV Driving Exam. You will need to replace your out-of-state license with a WV License within thirty days of your move. To do so you will need to pass WV Vision Test, and you will need to attend and complete an alcohol awareness course.

Yes. You will need to complete another vision test when you renew your WV License.

You must renew your WV Driver's License at a local DMV office. You find a list of available locations by visiting this website: https://www.transportation.wv.gov/dmv/regional-offices/Pages/default.aspx

New drivers and inexperienced drivers (especially teens) have a higher risk of being in an accident so insurance companies often charge more to cover this potentially risk.

The price varies depending on your age, your driving history, your car class and other factors.

The documents that you will need vary depending on the insurance company to which you apply. Generally, insurance companies want you to submit proof of your identity, your driving record and information about the vehicle you would like to insure.

Yes. You must carry liability insurance able to cover at least $20,000 for each person of the other vehicle, $40,000 for death or injuries and $10,000 property damage.

After you pass your WV Driving Exam, you will receive your license.

If you fail the WV Driving Exam, you will not receive your WV Driver's License. You will be able to retake the exam. However, you should not rush retaking it after you have failed. You should pay attention to what your examiner indicates as your weaknesses, and you should work upon improving your driving skills.

During your WV Driving Exam, the only other person allowed in the vehicle, besides yourself, is your examiner.

If you wear contacts or glasses regularly to be able to see clearly, you should absolutely wear your corrective lenses during your exam.

You should avoid driving dangerously, driving too quickly, hitting other objects, forgetting to signal, rolling stops and parking incorrectly. Always maintain good posture and signal well in advance.

Your examiner wants to see that you are capable of driving safely and effectively. During your WV Driving Exam, you want to make sure that you are not driving too quickly or too slowly; you want to accelerate smoothly and gradually. Obey all stop signs and traffic signals, do not tailgate other vehicles and stay in the correct lane. You should also know what various street signs and traffic signals indicate to drivers on the road.

If you are under 18, your parent or legal guardian should accompany you. If they are unable to do so, you will need to submit a written consent form signed by your parent or legal guardian.

Yes. You must supply a vehicle for your WV Driving Exam that is in good working condition. The vehicle should be properly registered and insured.

The night before your WV Driving Exam, you should practice driving with a licensed driver who is 21 years old or older. You should make sure you get a good night's rest.

Your examiner wants to see that you are capable of driving safely and effectively. During your WV Driving Exam, you want to make sure that you are not driving too quickly or too slowly; you want to accelerate smoothly and gradually. Obey all stop signs and traffic signals, do not tailgate other vehicles and stay in the correct lane. You should also know what various street signs and traffic signals indicate to drivers on the road.

You will take your exam at your local DMV office. You can find a list of available locations near you by visiting this website: https://www.transportation.wv.gov/dmv/Regional-Offices/Pages/default.aspx

Yes. You will need to learn how to parallel park for your WV Driving Exam.

Anywhere in West Virginia as long the road or street is public and as you are accompanied by a licensed driver, who is 21 years old or older, whenever you are behind the wheel. You should begin practicing in familiar areas then progress to different areas that will test your driving knowledge and your adaptability to different driving situations.

You should practice and develop a number of safe driving skills. You should feel comfortable accelerating smoothly and gradually, passing through intersections safely, changing lanes effectively, coming to a complete stop at stop signs and traffic signals, sharing the road with other drives, maintaining the speed limit, staying in the correct lane and more. Remember during your exam, your primary responsibility is to demonstrate to your examiner that you know how to drive safely and effectively.

If you pass your WV Permit Test, you will receive your WV Learner's Permit. In most instances, applicants will need to maintain their Learner's Permit for 6 months before they can take their WV Driving Exam. During this time, you should complete 50 hours of behind-the-wheel training. If you are over 18, you may only need to maintain your Learner's Permit for a minimum of thirty days.

There are a few reasons, test takers fail their WV Permit Test. A test taker who fails may not have studied thoroughly. Or he or she may have been nervous, anxious and/or distracted on the day of the test. If you fail your WV Permit Test, you will not receive your WV Learner's Permit, and you will need to retake the exam. You are able to do so after one week has passed, however, do not rush retaking the exam. Take your time. Read the entire WV Driver's Manual again and answer test questions on our website [link] so that the next time you take the WV Permit Test you have the best chance of passing.

No. You do not have to take or pass a drug test to be able to apply or receive an WV Driver's License.

No. You are not allowed to use your WV Driver's Manual or any other study material while you take your WV Permit Test.

The WV Permit Test consists of 25 multiple questions. You will need to answer 19 of those 25 questions correctly in order to pass.

To give yourself the best chance of passing your WV Permit Test, you should read the entire Manual. The Permit Test will test your knowledge of traffic safety laws, speed limits, traffic violations, road signs, signaling devices and many more topics that are covered in the WV Driver's Manual.

If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian should accompany you.

On the day of your WV Permit Test, you will need to bring proof of your identity, your Social Security Number and two documents that prove your residency in West Virginia. If you are under 18, you will also need to submit a School Eligibility Form.

In WV, the minimum age requirement is 15 years old.

Once you have studied thoroughly for your WV Permit Test, you should gather the necessary documents and visit your local DMV office to take your exam.

Don't cram the night before your exam. Instead, you should review the notes and information you have already studied. If you've done a thorough job studying, the night before should be a quiet review session. It's also a good idea to take a few practice questions on our website [link]. Get a good night's rest as well.

You will need to take your WV Permit Test at a local DMV office. You can find a list of available locations near you by visiting this website: https://www.transportation.wv.gov/dmv/Regional-Offices/Pages/default.aspx

The WV Permit Test consists of 25 multiple questions. You will need to answer 19 of those 25 questions correctly in order to pass.

To have the best chance of passing your WV Permit Test, you should read the entire Manual. The Permit Test will test your knowledge of traffic safety laws, speed limits, traffic violations, road signs, signaling devices and many more topics that are covered in the WV Driver's Manual.

You can find a copy of the WV Driver's Manual by visiting the WV DMV website (https://www.transportation.wv.gov/dmv/Manuals/Documents/Manuals/2013-Drivers-Handbook.pdf) and downloading a copy.

The best way to study for the WV Permit Test is to read the entire West Virginia Driver's Manual. Additionally, you can find quiz questions on our website [link] that can act as a supplement to the WV Driver's Manual.

You must take your WV Driver's license photo at the DMV office. When you take your photo, you should make sure that you wear what you would wear normally. It's extremely important that your face is clearly shown and recognizable. Look straight at the camera and do not smile, as a resting face is easier to identify.

Yes. You do have to complete a vision test in order to get your WV license.

Absolutely. You can visit your local DMV office in person or by calling. You can find available locations, hours and numbers near you by visiting this website: https://www.transportation.wv.gov/dmv/Regional-Offices/Pages/default.aspx

If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian should accompany you.

You are able to apply at any local DMV office. You can find a list of available locations by visiting this website: https://www.transportation.wv.gov/dmv/Regional-Offices/Pages/default.aspx

When you apply for your WV Learner's Permit, you will need to bring proof of your identity, your Social Security Number and two documents that prove your residency in West Virginia. If you are under 18, you will also need to submit a School Eligibility Form.

In WV, the minimum age requirement is 15 years old.