Written Knowledge Test
The written knowledge test will be based on information in the Utah driver handbook. You are allowed to take two (2) written knowledge tests in one (1) day. After three (3) attempts, you will be required to pay a second fee. If you would like to take a practice written knowledge test, click here.
Never Licensed: 50-question closed-book test.
Previously Licensed: 25-question open-book test.
When renewing your Utah driver license, if you have had more than six (6) citations in eight (8) years, have been suspended or revoked, or your license has expired for more than six (6) months, you will be required to take a 25-question open-book test.
If you have already applied for a license or a learner permit and need to return to take the written knowledge test again, click here to schedule an appointment for your visit. Note: You do not need to complete a new application for written knowledge re-test visit. Bring your receipt or no-privilege document with you when you return.
Multiple Language Options
The written knowledge test is offered in Utah’s most commonly spoken languages, other than English, to an applicant applying for an original or a renewal of a regular (Class D) driver license or learner permit.
The languages recommended by the Division of Multicultural Affairs are:
- Arabic
- Swahili
- Dari
- Spanish
- Portuguese
- Mandarin
- Chinese
- Vietnamese
- Somali
- Tongan
- Ukraine
- Korean
- French
- Tagalog
Refugee/Asylee or Covered Humanitarian Parolee (limited-term Class D) applicants may utilize any translation the Driver License Division has available. Other limited-term applicants do not qualify for a translated written knowledge test.
Driving Privilege Card (DPC) applicants do not qualify for a translated written knowledge test.