Utah permit test
Test requirements, handbook sources, and practice for Utah.
Test and permit facts
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| Fact | Utah | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Agency | Utah Driver License Division | |
| Test name | written knowledge test | |
| Test format details | Never-licensed applicants take a closed-book test with 50 questions; previously licensed applicants take an open-book version with 25 questions. | |
| Test variants | Never licensed: 50 questions; closed book. Previously licensed: 25 questions; open book. | |
| Questions | 50 | |
| Passing percentage | 80 | Official source · PDF page 33 |
| Test duration notes | The written knowledge test has no timer. The handbook estimates 30–45 minutes for completion. | Official source · PDF page 33 |
| Minimum permit age | 15 | |
| Permit fee | $19 for a learner permit; applies to both adult and provisional applicants. | |
| Permit validity | The learner permit and written-test score remain valid for 18 months. | |
| Driver’s education | Driver education is required for the driver-license route at ages 15 through 18; the learner permit comes before the course. At 19 or older, the course is optional: without it, hold the learner permit for 90 days and complete 40 practice hours, including 10 after sunset. | |
| Retest rules | Up to two written attempts per day, when the office can accommodate them. One fee covers at most three attempts in 12 months; pay again after the third unsuccessful attempt. | Official source · PDF page 33 |
| Language availability and conditions | Eligible applicants: Qualifying regular or limited-term driver-license applicants. Audio and text: Arabic, French, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish Text only: Dari, Somali, Swahili, Tagalog, Tongan, Ukraine, Vietnamese Other languages: Applicants whose preferred language is not listed may commission a division-approved interpreter. | |
| Test languages | Arabic, Dari, French, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Tagalog, Tongan, Ukraine, Vietnamese | |
| Handbook | Utah Driver Handbook | |
| Handbook edition | 2026-2027 | Official source · PDF page 1 |
| Requirements for applicants under 18 | A parent or legal guardian must co-sign the application and accept financial responsibility for an applicant under 18. | |
| Documents to bring | Bring evidence of identity, your Social Security number and Utah residence. Applicants who are not US citizens also need evidence of lawful presence; use DLD’s document list to choose acceptable records. | |
| Agency offices and appointments | Use DLD’s Office Locations and Hours directory to find a licensing office. Make an appointment by choosing your service on the agency homepage. |
Start with the handbook
Official source · PDF page 3
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