If you receive a passing score, you must visit a DC DMV Service Center within 14 business days of passing the test and present all required eligibility documents to obtain your learner permit or driver license. You must pay a fee to take the knowledge test, whether you pass or fail. A language line is available to those who cannot (or have limited capacity to) speak, read, or write English. Virtual testing is only available specifically for the standard and the Graduated License Program (GRAD) (16-20 years old) knowledge tests. An appointment is required to take the test virtually and at the Test Proctoring Center. Knowledge testing is now available virtually and via a local Test Proctoring Center, with the exception of motorcycle and CDL knowledge tests. Virtual Testing and Test Proctoring Center Appointments Audio assisted tests are also available to those who need assistance with reading.

The test can be taken in English, Amharic, Arabic, Cantonese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese.

Knowledge testing is available at all DC DMV Service Centers on a first-come, first-serve basis. DC DMV’s driver knowledge examination tests your knowledge of traffic laws, road signs, and driving safety rules and determines whether you are prepared to operate a vehicle in accordance with DC law. The first test for beginning drivers is the knowledge test.

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