Free Louisiana Permit Practice Tests 2025

In Louisiana you must be 15 years old to apply for a learner’s permit (also called an Class E Temporary Instructional Permit). This age requirement applies to all first time permit applicants regardless of prior driving experience.

To apply for a permit in Louisiana you must bring:

• Proof of identity (original or certified birth certificate or passport)
• Proof of Louisiana residency (two documents showing your current address)
• Social Security card or proof of your Social Security number
• School Certificate of Required Attendance form (if you’re under 18)
• Payment for the application fee

If you’re applying for a REAL ID compliant license additional documentation may be required. Check the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) website for current accepted documents.

Yes. If you’re under 18 a parent or legal guardian must:

• Sign your permit application in person at the OMV office
• Provide proof of relationship to you (such as your birth certificate)
• Accept financial responsibility for you
• If your parents are divorced the custodial parent must sign

The application process in Louisiana is as follows:

1. Gather all required documents (identity, residency, etc.)
2. Complete the driver’s license application form
3. If you’re under 18, have a parent or guardian sign the application
4. Visit your local OMV office
5. Submit your application and required documents
6. Pass a vision test
7. Pass the knowledge test
8. Pay the required fees
9. Get your photo taken for your permit

Louisiana does not allow you to apply for a first time learner’s permit online. You must visit an Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) location in person to complete the application, provide your documents, take your vision test, and complete your knowledge test.

The Louisiana OMV charges a fee for a learner’s permit. This fee covers the cost of processing your application, the knowledge test, and issuing your permit. Visit the Louisiana OMV website for current fee information.

To get your permit in Louisiana you must pass:

• A vision test to ensure you can see well enough to drive safely
• A knowledge test with multiple-choice questions about traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices

The Louisiana permit knowledge test consists of 40 multiple-choice questions. You must correctly answer at least 32 questions (80%) to pass.

The Louisiana permit test covers:

• Traffic laws and regulations
• Road signs, signals and markings
• Right-of-way rules
• Safe driving practices
• Driving in different weather and road conditions
• Penalties for violating traffic laws
• Alcohol and drug effects on driving

The best ways to prepare for your Louisiana permit test:

• Study the Louisiana Driver’s Guide thoroughly, available on our website at Louisiana Driver’s Guide
• Take our free practice tests that simulate the actual permit test
• Review the test materials multiple times to ensure you understand the key concepts
• Pay special attention to road signs and signals
• Consider enrolling in a driver education course

If you fail the Louisiana permit test:

• You can retake the test after waiting at least one day
• There is no limit to how many times you can take the test
• You will need to pay the test fee each time you retake it
• Consider additional studying before attempting the test again

With a Louisiana learner’s permit you can:

• Practice driving when accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old (the supervising driver must sit in the front passenger seat)
• Gain driving experience to prepare for your road skills test

When driving with a permit in Louisiana you:

• Must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old sitting in the front passenger seat
• Cannot use any wireless telecommunications device while driving, including hands-free devices, if you’re under 18
• Must have all occupants wear seat belts
• If you are under 17, you must practice driving for at least 50 hours, including 15 hours at night, before applying for an intermediate license

In Louisiana, the requirements depend on your age:
If you are under 17:

• You must hold your learner’s permit for at least 180 days (6 months) before applying for an intermediate license
• You must complete at least 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 15 hours of night driving

If you are 17 or older:

• There is no minimum holding period; just practice enough to develop safe driving skills before taking your road skills test

Louisiana requires different driver education based on your age:

• If you are under 17: Yes, you must complete a 38-hour driver education course before getting an intermediate license. (This is not required for the initial learner’s permit.)
• If you are 17 or older but under 18: You must complete a 6-hour pre-licensing course.
• If you are 18 or older: No driver education is required, although it’s still recommended to help you become a safer driver.

In Louisiana, before you get your driver’s license, the requirements depend on your age:

• If you are under 17:
  • A 38-hour driver education course (30 hours of classroom instruction and 8 hours of behind-the-wheel training)
  • 50 hours of supervised driving practice (15 hours at night) with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
• If you are 17 or older but under 18:
  • A 6-hour pre-licensing course
  • 50 hours of supervised driving practice (15 hours at night)
• If you are 18 or older:
  • No formal driver education is required, though it’s still beneficial

You can find Louisiana-approved driver education programs by:

• Checking with your high school’s offerings
• Visiting the Louisiana OMV website for a list of licensed driving schools
• Contacting your local OMV office for recommendations
• Ensuring the program is approved by the Louisiana Department of Public Safety

The Louisiana road test checks:

• If you can safely operate the vehicle
• If you follow traffic laws and signs
• Basic maneuvers like turns, lane changes, and parking
• Awareness of other road users
• Good decision making in various traffic situations

Before you start, the examiner will check your vehicle to ensure it is safe for the test, including:

• Working headlights, tail lights, and turn signals
• A functional horn
• Good tire condition
• Working brakes
• A clean windshield with functional wipers
• Properly adjusted mirrors
• Working seat belts for all passengers

You can schedule your road test in Louisiana by:

• Visiting your local OMV office in person
• Calling your local OMV office (some offices may offer phone scheduling)
• Note: Some OMV offices operate on a first-come, first-served basis for road tests.

On the day of your road test in Louisiana, bring:

• Your learner’s permit
• A properly registered and insured vehicle for the test
• Proof of insurance for the vehicle
• Vehicle registration
• A licensed driver who is at least 21 years old to drive you to the test site
• If using a rental vehicle, ensure your name is on the rental agreement

Common reasons for failing the Louisiana road test include:

• Not checking blind spots before changing lanes
• Rolling through stop signs instead of coming to a complete stop
• Driving too fast or too slow for conditions
• Improper lane positioning or lane changes
• Not yielding to pedestrians or other vehicles
• Lack of steering control
• Poor awareness of surroundings
• Inadequate parking skills
• Failing to use turn signals properly

To convert your learner’s permit to a driver’s license in Louisiana:
If you are under 17:

• Hold your permit for at least 6 months
• Complete a 38-hour driver education course
• Log 50 hours of supervised driving practice (15 hours at night)
• Pass the road test
• Pay the fees

If you are 17 or older but under 18:

• Complete a 6-hour pre-licensing course
• Log 50 hours of supervised driving practice (15 hours at night)
• Pass the road test
• Pay the fees

If you are 18 or older:

• Practice with your permit
• Schedule and pass the road test
• Pay the fees

Louisiana has these graduated licensing stages:

• Learner’s Permit: Must be at least 15 years old and practice with a licensed driver who is 21 or older.
• Intermediate License: Must be at least 16 years old, have held your permit for at least 6 months, completed the required driver education, logged 50 hours of practice driving, and passed the road test.
• Full Class E License: Intermediate restrictions end when you turn 17, or after holding your intermediate license for 12 months with no violations.
• Adults 18 and older can go directly from permit to full license after passing the road test.

As a new driver with an intermediate license in Louisiana, you cannot:

• Drive between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless accompanied by a licensed adult (at least 21 years old) or if driving to/from work, school, church, or hunting/fishing activities
• For the first six months, transport more than one passenger under 21 who is not an immediate family member between 6 p.m. and 5 a.m.
• Use wireless telecommunications devices while driving, even in hands-free mode

These restrictions apply until you turn 17 or have held your intermediate license for 12 months with no violations.

Louisiana does not recognize out-of-state permits for driving in Louisiana. If you are moving to Louisiana with an out-of-state permit:

• You will need to apply for a Louisiana permit

Louisiana offers the following accommodations for applicants with disabilities:

• Oral knowledge tests
• Extended testing time
• Use of special equipment in your own vehicle for the driving test
• Medical reports may be required for certain conditions
• Contact your local OMV office before your appointment to request accommodations

Yes, non-U.S. citizens can get a permit or license in Louisiana by providing:

• Proof of identity (passport, visa, permanent resident card, etc.)
• Proof of Louisiana residency
• Proof of legal presence in the United States
• Other required documents
• Visit the Louisiana OMV website for more information on documentation requirements for non-citizens

You can download a copy of the Louisiana Driver’s Guide here. Physical copies may also be available at your local OMV office.

Yes! We offer free Louisiana-specific practice tests that mimic the actual permit test. They are designed to help you study the material and get comfortable with the test format before your exam.

For more information about the Louisiana permit process:

• Visit the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles website at expresslane.org
• Call the OMV at 225-925-6146 during business hours
• Visit your local OMV office

If you lose your Louisiana permit:

• You must visit an OMV office in person
• Bring proof of your identity
• Pay a replacement fee
• You may need to fill out a replacement application form

A parent or guardian who signed the application for a minor can cancel their teen’s permit or license by submitting a written request to the OMV. The parent must include the minor’s name, driver’s license number, date of birth, and the parent’s contact information.