Free Louisiana OMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Get ready to pass your Louisiana OMV written test on the first try. Our free Louisiana permit practice tests are based directly on the official Louisiana Driver's Handbook and contain the same types of questions you will see on test day. Each test covers traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving techniques, and Louisiana-specific regulations. With 32 correct answers required out of 40 questions (80% passing score), preparation is essential. Start practicing today - unlimited attempts, instant feedback, detailed explanations.
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25 questions drawn from the Louisiana driver handbook, 80% to pass, with an explanation after every answer. Free, no sign-up - press Start when you are ready. More Louisiana tests are listed below.
Louisiana OMV Practice Test 1
Questions are shuffled every time and drawn from the Louisiana driver handbook. Nothing starts - and no clock runs - until you press the button.
- 25 questions
- 80% to pass (20 correct)
- About 15 minutes
- Explanation after every answer
Ways to practice
Learn with practice tests and flashcards, then take the mock test when you think you are ready.
Also try: the Louisiana cheat sheet of rules and numbers, the hardest questions people miss most, or make your own test on the topics you find hard.
Louisiana Permit Practice Tests
201 unique questions in the Louisiana bank (38 Louisiana-specific) - practice until you are confident
More Louisiana Practice Tests
Official Louisiana Driver's Handbook
The OMV writes every real exam question from this manual - read it alongside your practice tests.
Louisiana Permit Practice Test PDF (2026)
Free printable version: 100+ Louisiana questions with an answer key and explanations, plus the OMV test facts on the cover. Or print a 40-question test, the length of the real test. All state PDFs →
Louisiana Class E Learner's Permit Test: Quick Facts
Verified against Office of Motor Vehicles publications - last reviewed September 2026.
| Official permit name | Class E Learner's Permit |
|---|---|
| Questions on the test | 40 |
| Passing score | 32 of 40 correct (80%) |
| Wrong answers allowed | 8 |
| Minimum age | 15 years old |
| Under-21 alcohol limit | 0.02% BAC or higher |
| Permit / test fee | $32.25 (+ up to $6.00 service fee) |
| Online testing | No - the knowledge test must be taken in person. |
| Driver's education | Required for applicants under 18. |
| Supervised practice | 50 hours incl. 15 at night |
| Permit holding period | 180 days (age 15: minimum 180 days AND until age 16; age 16: 180 days OR until age 17) |
| Testing agency | Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) |
Sample Louisiana Permit Test Questions
Three of the Louisiana-specific questions from our bank, with the answer and the rule behind it. The Louisiana bank behind the tests above holds 201 unique questions.
1. A Louisiana intermediate license holder under 17 may not drive between:
- A. 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. (correct)
- B. 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.
- C. Midnight and 4 a.m.
- D. 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Why: Louisiana prohibits intermediate license holders under 17 from driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless accompanied by a qualified licensed adult or sibling.
2. A Louisiana learner's permit holder may drive only when accompanied by:
- A. A licensed parent, adult 21+, or sibling 18+ (correct)
- B. Any licensed driver who is 16 or older
- C. A licensed friend who is at least 18
- D. No one, after passing the knowledge test
Why: A Louisiana learner's permit holder must drive with a licensed parent or guardian, a licensed adult at least 21, or a licensed sibling at least 18.
3. To move from an intermediate to a full Class E license in Louisiana, a teen must go 12 months with:
- A. No at-fault crashes, moving violations, or curfew/belt/alcohol convictions (correct)
- B. No tickets of any kind, including parking and equipment tickets
- C. At least 100 hours of logged driving with a parent or guardian
- D. A perfect score on a second written test and a road skills test
Why: Louisiana grants full Class E privileges after 12 consecutive months with no at-fault crashes, moving violations, or seat-belt, curfew, drug, or alcohol convictions.
Louisiana Permit Test Study Guide (2026)
A free Louisiana OMV written test study guide - updated for 2026, verified against the official Office of Motor Vehicles handbook.
Reviewed by Chad HenryAfter 25 years of teaching driver educationLast reviewed September 2026
Long bridges and causeways, frequent rain and flooding, and the busy streets of New Orleans and Baton Rouge define Louisiana driving, and the OMV written test covers high-water safety, bridge driving, and the seat-belt and insurance rules. Our Louisiana practice permit test, from the official Louisiana Driver's Guide, gets you to the Office of Motor Vehicles ready to pass.
What to Expect on the Louisiana Permit Test
The Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) requires every new driver to pass a written knowledge test before being issued a learner's permit. In Louisiana the exam has 40 multiple-choice questions; to pass you need 32 of 40 correct (80%). You must be at least 15 years old to apply. Every question is drawn from the official Louisiana driver's handbook, so the topics on our practice tests match exactly what the OMV asks.
Topics Covered on the LA Written Test
- Traffic Laws (Rules of the Road): State-specific rules of the road, including right-of-way, lane changing, and intersection rules
- Road Signs: Recognition and meaning of all standard road signs - warning, regulatory, and informational
- Speed Limits: Default speed limits, school zones, work zones, and highway speeds
- Safe Driving: Following distance, blind spots, defensive driving, and weather conditions
- Alcohol & Drugs: DUI laws, BAC limits, and consequences of impaired driving
- Parking Rules: Legal and illegal parking situations, curb colors, and distances
How to Prepare for the Louisiana Permit Test
The strongest preparation pairs a read-through of the official Louisiana Driver's Handbook with repeated practice tests that surface your weak spots. The OMV writes its test from that handbook, so the rules you practise here are the rules you will be asked about. A sensible target: score at least 80% on several fresh practice tests in a row - and read the explanation on every miss - before you book your appointment.
Official Louisiana OMV Information
For official test requirements, locations, and fees, visit the Office of Motor Vehicles website. You can also read the official Louisiana driver's handbook free of charge - every question on our practice tests traces back to it.
Louisiana Permit Test - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Louisiana OMV written test?
The Louisiana OMV written knowledge test has 40 questions. To pass you need 32 of 40 correct (80%).
What is the phone rule for new drivers in Louisiana?
Texting while driving is illegal for all Louisiana drivers. Louisiana's texting ban applies to every driver, not just teens. The same law also bars all drivers from using social networking sites while driving. (p.78 (PDF p.83), Cellular Phones)
When are new drivers in Louisiana not allowed to drive?
Intermediate license under 17: no driving 11 p.m.-5 a.m. unless with a qualified adult. Louisiana prohibits intermediate license holders under 17 from driving between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. unless accompanied by a qualified licensed adult or sibling. (p.7, Stage 2: Intermediate License (also R.S. 32:407))
Who must ride with a permit holder in Louisiana?
Learner's permit: drive only with a licensed adult 21+ or a licensed sibling 18+. A Louisiana learner's permit holder must drive with a licensed parent or guardian, a licensed adult at least 21, or a licensed sibling at least 18. (R.S. 32:407(A)(2)(a))
What is the blood alcohol limit for drivers under 21 in Louisiana?
A driver under 21 in Louisiana violates the zero-tolerance law at a BAC of 0.02% or higher - far below the 0.08% adult limit.
How many questions can you miss on the Louisiana permit test?
You can miss up to 8 of the 40 questions and still pass. The minimum is 32 correct answers (80%).
What is the Louisiana learner's permit officially called?
Louisiana issues the Class E Learner's Permit. It is the first stage of the state's licensing process for new drivers.
How much does the Louisiana permit cost?
The published fee is $32.25 (+ up to $6.00 service fee). Fees change from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the Office of Motor Vehicles website before your visit.
Can I take the Louisiana permit test online?
No - the knowledge test must be taken in person.
Is driver's education required for a Louisiana permit?
Required for applicants under 18.
How long do I have to hold my Louisiana permit?
Minimum holding period: 180 days (age 15: minimum 180 days AND until age 16; age 16: 180 days OR until age 17). Required supervised practice: 50 hours incl. 15 at night.
Sources & Methodology
Every Louisiana question on this page is written from the official Louisiana driver handbook, and the facts in the table above are checked against Office of Motor Vehicles publications. Last reviewed: September 2026. Every question shows its own source under the explanation; all corrections are listed in our corrections log.
Chad Henry – Reviewer
After 25 years of teaching driver education
Chad Henry has taught driver education for 25 years and reviews every state's practice questions, quick facts and study guides against the official driver handbook and agency publications before they are published.
Last reviewed: September 2026
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- https://www.legis.la.gov/Legis/Law.aspx?d=919569
- https://expresslane.la.gov/omv/drivers/personal-driver-s-licenses/permits/
- https://expresslane.dps.louisiana.gov/CDLForms/CLASS%20E%20Learner's%20Permit%20requirements.pdf
- https://expresslane.dps.louisiana.gov/CDLForms/Graduated%20Licensing%20program.pdf
- https://expresslane.la.gov/omv/resources/omv-policy/issuance-of-driver-s-license/
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