Written and Verbal Tests
Written Test
If you are currently licensed in another state, a written test will normally not be required. However, in some cases it may be required.
The written test for a regular driver license consists of 30 multiple-choice questions. You take the test at a computer work station using a touch screen (audio assist is available). Questions are taken from the Arizona Driver License Manual. Please thoroughly study the manual before taking the test.
A score of 80 percent or higher is required to pass the examination.
To take a sample test, see the Practice Tests section.
New: Most teenagers under 18 can take the Permit Test @ Home with parent or guardian supervision.
The written test is offered in the following languages:
| English | German | Vietnamese | Mandarin |
| Spanish | Arabic | Russian | Italian |
| French | Tagalog | Korean |
For information on CDL testing, see Commercial Driver License Tests/Manuals.
Verbal Knowledge Test
A verbal knowledge test may be considered in lieu of the written test in these situations:
- A customer declares that he or she cannot read or has a low reading competency.
- A customer has incorrectly answered a large number of questions on a previous test or has failed a second or third attempt.
- A customer reads in a foreign language and a written test in the foreign language is not available.
Offices conduct verbal tests by appointment. Visit the office to schedule an appointment.
A computerized audio version of the written knowledge test is available in offices without an appointment.
