FREE AZ Permit Test Resources: Wake Up The Driver Inside You!

You have to be at least 15 ½ in order to begin the first step in applying for your Arizona driver’s license.

Yes. You will need identification documents to begin the licensing process in Arizona. Arizona allows its residents to begin their application process online. Once they come to the MVD office to complete the application, they should make certain they have:

• Two forms of Identification: One of them must have a clear photo of you
• If you have no photo ID, then present 3 forms of identification
• Your parent or legal guardian’s picture ID can count as 1 form of ID.
• Other forms of identification include: Birth certificate and U.S. Passport. Other acceptable forms of identification can be found at http://mvd.azdot.gov/mvd/formsandpub/viewPDF.asp?lngProductKey=1410&lngFormInfoKey=1410
• Signed Application (Must contain parent’s signature if between 15 ½ and 18 yrs. old).
• Social Security Number

Qualifying for a permit in Arizona is as simple as…..

• Being at least 15 ½ years old
• Providing Identification documents
• Having a signed application by parents (if under 18)
• Passing the vision test
• Passing the written test

Driver’s licenses are issued at local Arizona MVD offices.

Contacting an Arizona office is simple.
Phoenix office: 602-255-0072
Tucson office: 520-629-9808
All other Arizona offices: 800-251-5866
You can also find a local field office near you at http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/OfficeHourssql/ofclink.asp

If you are under 18, it’s best that your parent or legal guardian bring you. They will have to sign your application in front of an MVD official. If they are unable to bring you, your application must be signed in front of a notary public.

You don’t. Arizona doesn’t require a physical before obtaining a license.

Yes, this is a must. You will get a vision exam when you go to apply for your driver’s license. It’s free.

Your driver’s license photo will be taken at the Arizona MVD office the day you go in for your exam.

Applying for an Arizona driver’s license is easy.

Here are the 5 steps to applying for your driver’s license.

• First, be at least 15 ½ years old.
• Second, read the driver’s manual and take practice tests in order to prepare for your permit test
• Third, gather the required identification documents
• Fourth, go to the MVD office to take your vision exam and written exam.
• Fifth, have your picture taken and receive your learner’s permit.

After you pass your written exam, you will be given your learner’s permit. You are required to wait at least 6 months before moving forward with getting your license. During this period, you must practice driving with a licensed driver at least 21 years old. You need at least 30 hours (10 of which must be at night) of behind the wheel training. You may also get training from a certified driving instructor from an MVD-approved professional driving school.

Studying for the Arizona permit test is a sure way of passing the exam. Choose the sources you will study from such as the manual and practice tests. Take your time to understand traffic laws and road signs.

You will need to supply documented hours of supervised driving. There are two ways to get these hours. Either….

• Practice driving under the supervision of a licensed driver at least 21 years old for 30 hours (10 of which must be at night).

  OR

• Participate in an MVD-approved professional driving school’s behind-the-wheel training program.

The driver’s handbook can be easily downloaded online at http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/custsvcguide.asp.

Unless you are willing to increase your chances of failing, you should read the whole manual. Get a copy of your manual at http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/custsvcguide.asp.

Yes, and it’s great for all of your studying needs. Just go to http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dmv-genius-free-permit-practice/id513850893?mt=8

Take a look at some of these sample questions that will be on the Arizona permit test:

• “A curb painted red means _________.”
• “The speed limit when approaching a school crossing is ___________.”
• “Unless prohibited by a sign, you may turn left on red when __________.”
• “When changing lanes _______________.”

The Arizona permit test will be taken on computer. You will automatically receive your score once you are finished. You must make a score of 80% or higher.

Absolutely! The web has plenty of free practice tests that will help you prepare for your actual exam. A great place to start is on the Arizona MVD website. Look at the list of websites below.

• http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/driver/PracticeTestInfo.asp
• http://education4drivers.com/arizona/tests/free-practice-permit-test-dmv.htm
• http://etesting.jsgood.com/azdrtest/azdrtest.htm

You must go to an MVD office in order to take your permit test. If you want to find local offices go to http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/OfficeHourssql/ofclink.asp.

The night before a permit test can make you nervous. We are here to tell you to relax. If you have studied properly, then you will do well. If you’d like, you can review the areas you may have had trouble with. You could also take a couple more practice tests online. Whatever you do, do not overwhelm yourself.

The passing rate for the actual Arizona permit test is less than 50%. Be sure you are ready!

Look for these signs to know that you are ready for your Arizona permit test

• You have…..Studied! Studied! Studied the manual!
• You are able to recall traffic laws
• You can recognize all road signs.
• You make high scores on your practice tests

If you have already started your application online, just print the package and take it to your MVD office. Before you go, make sure you have all of your necessary Identification Documents (birth certificate, social security card etc.). If you do not begin your application online, you will have to complete it there – still take your identification documents with you.

There are MVD offices located all throughout Arizona. Find a location near you at http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/OfficeHourssql/ofclink.asp.

It’s ok to get your permit in Arizona if you are….

• At least 15 ½ years old
• Studied the permit test
• Pass the vision test
• Pass the written test

Here is what you should take:

• Two forms of Identification: One of them must have a clear photo of you
• If you have no photo ID, then present 3 forms of identification
• Your parent or legal guardian’s picture ID can count as 1 form of ID.
• Other forms of identification include: Birth certificate and U.S. Passport. Other acceptable forms of identification can be found at http://mvd.azdot.gov/mvd/formsandpub/viewPDF.asp?lngProductKey=1410&lngFormInfoKey=1410
• Signed Application (Must contain parent’s signature if between 15 ½ and 18 yrs. old).
• Social Security Number

Arizona instructional permits cost $7.00.

Your parents do not have to bring you but they must sign your application. The application must be signed either in front of an MVD official or in front of a notary public.

The Arizona MVD office expects you to answer basic questions about the rules of the road. The permit test will cover:

• Street Lanes
• Parking
• Road Signs
• Pavement Markings
• Passing Rules
• Adverse Weather Conditions

The Arizona permit test has 30 multiple choice questions.

You will find out your score as soon as you are done with your exam. You must score 80% or above in order to pass.

The Arizona permit test has 30 multiple choice questions. You are expected to answer 24 out of 30 correctly. That means you are only allowed to get 6 wrong.

The most common mistake is usually lack of preparation. You will do yourself a great service by studying the manual and taking the practice tests.

Nope. You have to answer the questions without any help.

No drug test is required when getting a permit in Arizona.

Save yourself the trouble and go to an MVD office near you. The best days to visit are usually Wednesday and Thursday. Find all locations along with their contact information at http://www.dmvlocations.net/state/AZ.html.

Click on any of the permit practice tests above and see the Facebook comments below the test. All of them were written by real people.

You will not be issued a permit if you can’t ace your exam. You must be able to demonstrate knowledge regarding the rules of the road.

The Arizona MVD office allows its applicants to take a permit test again as early as the next day. You have 3 attempts to pass inside of a 12 month period.

A supervising licensed driver age 21 or older must sit next to you in the car. You are also allowed to have as many passengers as there are seat belts.

You cannot drive alone. You must always have a licensed driver at least 21 or older in the car. Your permit expires 12 months after you get it.

Yes. You are allowed to drive anywhere just as long as you have a licensed driver age 21 or older in the car with you at all times.

Congratulations on passing your test and obtaining your permit. Now, keep your permit at least 6 months before applying for your license. Use this time wisely. Either practice through an Arizona MVD driving school or with a licensed driver age 21 or older. Behind the wheel training should include at least 30 hours, 10 of those at night. Once you are ready, go to your local MVD office to take your road test.

Practice everything possible. This will include:

• Braking and accelerating
• Stopping at stop signs
• Staying in your proper lane
• Yielding to right of way

You are pretty much allowed to drive anywhere as long as you are accompanied by a licensed driver 21 or older. You are encouraged to drive in all sorts of places so that you can get adequate driving experience.

You can easily find a driving school in either your yellow pages or online. There are several driving schools scattered throughout Arizona such as Stop n Go Driving School and ABC Driving of Arizona. You can also find some schools at www.aboutdrivingschools.com/unitedstates/arizona.

All you need for your Arizona road test is your permit, a working vehicle, proper insurance, person who signed your permit (if under 18), license fee ( based on age), and proof of behind-the-wheel training.

The examiner will choose a route for you to take. Once this is complete, you will get in the car and drive. During your exam you will have to:

• Drive through Busy Intersections.
• Signal and Change lanes
• Show that you know the meaning of Traffic Signs.

Here’s a cool tip….You and your supervising driver, can go to the MVD office and follow some other applicants on their course. That way you will have a general idea of what to expect and see the exact routes.

No, but you should arrive before 3:00pm for your road test.

Go to an MVD office nearest you. Be sure to arrive before 3pm. Find a list of locations at http://www.azdot.gov/mvd/OfficeHourssql/ofclink.asp.

No, that is your responsibility. The car you bring should be in good working condition and have current insurance and registration.

If you are under 18, whoever signed your permit application has to also sign your road test application. Therefore, whoever brought you for your permit should also bring you for your license.

The best way to pass your test the first time is by impressing the examiner. Don’t be nervous. The best way to pass the first time is by doing things like….

• Avoiding abrupt stops
• Signaling at ALL turns
• Checking mirrors regularly

The best thing you can do is drive with confidence and skill. You should:

• Keep a comfortable distance between you and the car ahead of you
• Stop behind the white line at a stop sign (if there is one)
• Not chat with the examiner
• Apply brakes and acceleration smoothly

Mistakes are common when taking the road test. Be sure that you:

• Can locate important parts on the car such as brakes, windshield wipers, head lights, and turn signals.
• Don’t hit another object
• Don’t speed
• Don’t forget to exaggerate your head movements when checking your mirrors.

Here are things that you should do:

• When you get ready to change lanes – look over your shoulder, look in the rearview mirror, signal, then change lanes.
• When you approach a stop light that says left turn yield on green, be sure there is no oncoming traffic near you.
• When backing out, inch out slowly in order to avoid being hit by other cars.
• When approaching a stop light, do not stop abruptly, it should be smooth and gradual.

Arizona does not require its applicants to Parallel Park for the road test.

If you wear corrective lenses, you should definitely wear them on your exam.

Only you and the examiner will be allowed in the car. This is something you will have to do on your own.

Hopefully, you don’t fail several times. Your application fee will only pay for 3 attempts within a 12 month period. You can go back in as early as the next day.

It depends on your age. If you are:

• 16 -39 $25.00
• 40-44 $20.00
• 45-49 $15.00
• 50-above $10.00

Congratulations! Once you pass, you will be issued your Graduated driver’s license (if you are between 16 and 18). If you are over 18, you will be issued your regular driver’s license.

If you are under 18, you will receive a Class G license. With this license you cannot drive with anyone under 18 (unless they are your sibling). You may not drive between midnight and 5am (unless accompanied by a parent or driving to or from work).

Now that you are a licensed driver, you have the freedom and joys of the road. Watch for hazards depending on where you are driving:

• In the city, watch for pedestrians, on the highway watch for other drivers, in rural areas, watch for wild animals and ATV’s.
• It gets really foggy in Arizona at night – make sure you are clearly visible to the other drivers.

The state of Arizona requires every motorist to hold financial responsibility for their vehicle. You are required to have at least liability insurance.
You must have at least:
$15,000 bodily injury liability for one person
$30,000 for two or more persons
$10,000 property damage liability

Usually, when getting car insurance for the first time, you will have to supply your insurance company with a few pieces of information such as your driver’s license number, address and vehicle type.

Your driving record, age bracket and car type will always determine the price you will pay for car insurance. Costs will also be determined based on how many people are on the policy. Insurance will tend to be higher if you are young or have a newer car. You can expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $200 depending on your driving record.

For cheap car insurance, check out lesser known companies such as A-1 Insurance or Auto Insurance America. If you use a site like the General, you can find car insurance quotes from multiple companies and choose the one that is best for you.

This is very common. Car insurance companies are weary of new drivers because of the high accident rate among that group.

You are able to take your road test again as early as the next day. You have 3 attempts to take the test within a 12 month period.

It’s no fun failing your Arizona road test. You may take it again as early as the next day.

Arizona has a unique licensing system. Once you have been issued your license, it is valid until age 65. You must go in every 12 years to have your photo updated and vision tested again. You can only renew your license in-person. You may renew your driver’s license any time before the expiration date of your current license.

You must renew your license in person. This is your only option. Arizona has “extended” driver’s licenses which are valid until age 65. You must come in every 12 years to update your picture and vision test.

No, you aren’t required to take a written test again.

If you have a current out-of-state driver’s license, you will more than likely not have to take a written or road test. For more information, log onto www.azdot.gov.

No. Arizona does not accept out of state learner’s permits.

If you are not an Arizona resident, you may drive in Arizona with your out-of-state license.

You are legally free to drive in Arizona with your out of country license but you must apply for an Arizona license if you are:

• Working in Arizona (other than for seasonal agricultural work)
• Registered to vote in Arizona
• Stay in Arizona longer than 7 months.
• Have a business based in Arizona that has a vehicle operating in Arizona

An International Driving License or Permit would come in really handy, although it isn’t required.

For more information about driving in Arizona, you must go to www.azdot.gov.

It is legal to drive in Arizona once you receive a learner’s permit (you must have a supervising licensed driver sitting next to you at all times). You can begin the driving process at age 15 ½.

You shouldn’t drink and drive at all. The legal limit is .08% if you are over 21 and .02% if you are under 21.