Free Utah Permit Practice Tests 2025

In Utah you must be at least 15 years old to apply for a learner permit. This age applies to all first-time permit applicants regardless of prior driving experience.

To apply for a permit in Utah you must bring:

• Proof of identity (birth certificate, valid U.S. passport or immigration documents)
• Your Social Security number (Social Security card, W-2 form or 1099 form)
• Two proofs of Utah residency (utility bills, bank statements or school records)
• Legal full name document (if your name on your ID and application don’t match)
• Payment for the application fee

If you’re applying for a REAL ID compliant license (with a star in the upper right corner), all documents must be originals or certified copies. Check the Utah Driver License Division (DLD) website for the most up-to-date list of accepted documents.

Yes. If you’re under 18, your parent or guardian must:

• Accompany you to the Driver License Division office
• Sign your permit application to give consent
• Accept financial responsibility for your driving by signing the required forms
• Provide proof of your relationship if your last names are different

The application process in Utah is as follows:

1. Take the required driver education course (if you’re under 19)
2. Visit a Driver License Division office with all required documents
3. Fill out the application form (available at the office or online)
4. If you’re under 18, have your parent or guardian sign the application
5. Pay the application fee
6. Pass the vision screening
7. Pass the written knowledge test
8. Have your photo taken and receive your learner permit

Utah allows you to start the application process online, but you must visit a Driver License Division office in person to complete the process, submit your documents, and take the required tests.

The Utah Driver License Division charges a fee for a learner permit. This fee covers the cost of processing your application, the written test, and issuing your permit. Check the Utah Driver License Division website for current fee information.

To get your permit in Utah, you must pass:

• A vision screening to ensure you meet the minimum visual standards
• A written knowledge test covering traffic laws, road signs and safe driving practices

The Utah permit test covers:

• Traffic laws and regulations
• Road signs and signals
• Right-of-way rules
• Safe driving practices
• Driving under the influence laws
• Special driving conditions (weather, night driving, etc.)
• Penalties for violating traffic laws

The best ways to prepare for your Utah permit test:

• Study the Utah Driver Handbook thoroughly, available on our website at Utah Driver Handbook
• 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, signals and right-of-way rules

If you fail the Utah permit test:

• You can retake the test after waiting one day
• You may have to pay a fee for each retest
• There is no limit to how many times you can take the test
• Consider additional studying before retaking the test

With a Utah learner permit you can:

• Practice driving with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and has at least three years of driving experience
• This supervising driver must sit in the front passenger seat close enough to take control if needed
• Gain experience to prepare for your driving skills test

When driving with a permit in Utah you:

• Must have a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old with at least three years of driving experience in the front passenger seat
• Cannot use electronic wireless communication devices (such as your phone) while driving unless reporting an emergency
• Must ensure all passengers wear seat belts
• Cannot carry more passengers than your vehicle has seat belts

In Utah the requirements depend on your age:
If you are under 18:

• You must hold your learner permit for at least 6 months before applying for a driver license
• You must complete at least 40 hours of driving practice with a licensed adult (10 hours must be at night)

If you are 18 or older:

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

Utah requires different driver education based on your age:

• If you are under 19: Yes, you must complete a driver education course before getting a learner permit. This course must include both classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training and can be completed through a high school or a professional driving school.
• If you are 19 or older: No, driver education is not required, although it’s still recommended to help you become a safer driver.

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

• If you are under 19, you must complete a state-approved driver education course that includes:
  • 27 hours of classroom instruction (or an approved online course)
  • 6 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction with a professional instructor
  • 6 hours of in-car observation
  • 40 hours of supervised driving practice (including 10 hours at night) with a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
• If you are 19 or older: No formal driver education is required, though it is still beneficial.

You can find Utah-approved driver education programs by:

• Checking your high school’s offerings
• Visiting the Utah Driver License Division website for a list of licensed commercial driving schools
• Confirming that the program is approved by the Utah Department of Public Safety
• Asking to see the instructor’s license before enrolling

The Utah driving skills test checks:

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

Before the test begins, the examiner will inspect your vehicle to ensure it meets safety requirements.

You can schedule your driving skills test in Utah by:

• Visiting the Utah Driver License Division website
• Using their online appointment system
• Calling the Driver License Division

On the day of your driving skills test in Utah, bring:

• Your valid learner permit
• A properly registered, insured, and safety-inspected vehicle for the test
• Proof of insurance for the vehicle
• A licensed driver who is at least 21 years old (since you can’t drive alone with a permit)
• If you’re under 18, a completed driving log showing your practice hours

Common reasons for failing the Utah driving skills 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 during turns
• Not yielding to pedestrians or other vehicles when required
• Lack of steering control
• Poor observation skills or awareness of surroundings
• Improper backing or parking techniques

To convert your learner permit to a driver license in Utah:
If you are under 18:

• Hold your learner permit for at least 6 months
• Complete your driver education requirements
• Complete at least 40 hours of supervised driving practice (including 10 hours at night)
• Be at least 16 years old
• Pass the driving skills test
• Pass the vision test
• Pay the required fees

If you are 18 or older:

• Practice with your permit
• Schedule and pass the driving skills test
• Pay the required fees

Utah’s graduated licensing program has these stages:

• Learner Permit: Must be at least 15 years old; if under 19, you must complete driver education and practice with a licensed adult (at least 21 years old).
• Provisional License: Must be at least 16 years old, hold your permit for at least 6 months, complete 40 hours of practice driving (including 10 hours at night), and pass the driving skills test.
• Full License: Provisional restrictions end when you turn 18. Adults 19 and older are not subject to the graduated licensing requirements.

As a new driver under 18 in Utah, your Provisional license will have these restrictions:

• For the first six months, you cannot drive with any passengers who aren’t immediate family members unless accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
• You cannot drive between midnight and 5 a.m. unless:
  • You’re accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
  • You’re driving to or from work, a school-sanctioned activity, or due to a medical emergency
• You cannot use any wireless communication device (including hands-free) while driving unless you’re reporting an emergency

These restrictions remain in effect until you turn 18.

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

• You will need to apply for a Utah learner permit
• If you’re under 19, you must complete Utah’s driver education requirements
• If you’re under 18, you must hold a permit for at least six months before applying for a license

Utah offers the following accommodations for applicants with disabilities:

• Audio versions of the driver handbook
• Oral knowledge tests
• Sign language interpreters (with advance notice)
• Extended testing time
• The ability to use special equipment in your own vehicle for the driving test
• Medical waivers for certain physical requirements
• Contact your local Driver License Division office before your appointment to request accommodations

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

• A valid foreign passport with visa or I-94
• Valid immigrant or non-immigrant documents showing lawful presence
• Proof of Utah residency
• Other required documentation

If you cannot establish legal presence, Utah offers a Driving Privilege Card (DPC) that allows you to drive but isn’t valid for identification purposes. Visit the Utah Driver License Division website for specific documentation requirements.

You can download a copy of the Utah Driver Handbook here. Physical copies are also available at any Driver License Division office.

Yes! We offer free Utah-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 Utah permit process:

• Visit the Utah Driver License Division website at dld.utah.gov
• Call the Driver License Division at (801) 965-4437 during business hours
• Visit your local Driver License Division office
• Email the DLD at dld@utah.gov

If you lose your Utah learner permit:

• You can request a duplicate at any Driver License Division office
• Provide proof of your identity
• Pay the replacement fee
• You may need to fill out a duplicate license application

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 Driver License Division. The teen will not be eligible to reapply until they turn 18 or until consent is given by the parent or guardian who canceled the license.