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

You must be at least 16 or older in order to apply for a permit in Massachusetts.

There is a short list of documents that you must bring with you when you apply for your license. The RMV has a wonderful interactive feature online at http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/ that allows you to check the items you have within their system before arriving to see whether they are acceptable.
You should be able to provide at least 3 identification documents such as:

A document containing your signature:

• U.S. or non-U.S. passport with your picture and signature on it
• Current MA learner’s permit, MA license, or MA ID card
• Out-of-state license with photo and signature
• U.S. military or military dependent ID with picture and signature
• Social Security Card

A document proving you are a Massachusetts resident:

• MA learner’s permit, MA license, or MA ID card
• A utility bill no more than 60 days old that has your name and address
• Tuition bill or student loan coupons, with your address, and no older than 12 months old
• Original school transcript with your name and address on it no older than 12 months old
• Original letter signed by the principal or headmaster of a MA college or high school on the school’s letterhead saying you are a resident and includes your name and birth day no older than 12 months old.
• Medicaid award letter no older than 6 months old
• Cell phone, credit card, doctor, or hospital bill sent inside the last 60 days
• Notarized statement from parent/legal guardian that says you currently live with
  them.

A document proving your date of birth:

• A U.S. or non-U.S. passport with picture
• Current MA learner’s permit, MA license, or MA ID card
• Original birth certificate issued in the U.S. or its territories
• Certified Court document that has a raised court seal and includes your full name and date of birth
• Original letter signed by the principal or headmaster of a MA college or high school on the school’s letterhead that includes your name and birth day

It’s simple to apply for your driver’s license; just go to any RMV branch to begin!

MA RMV branches can be contacted Monday through Friday 9:00am until 5:00pm. The RMV call center’s number is 617-351-4500 for area codes 339/617/781/857. All other area codes may contact 1-800-858-3926. The RMV can also be reached online at http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/. Locate your nearest RMV branch here.

Your sponsor should bring you. A qualifying sponsor could be a parent, legal guardian, spouse, driving instructor or responsible licensed driver age 21 or older.

No physical is required in order to get a permit, however, if you have a medical condition you must report it to the RMV office. The RMV Medical Affairs Branch will decide on a case by case basis if a restriction should be put on your license based on what you and your physician report. A restriction could be something like “Day Light Driving Only”. Another example would be if you needed corrected lenses to pass the vision test, your license would indicate “Corrective Lenses” restrictions.

Yes, a vision test is required when applying for a license in Massachusetts. The RMV clerk will test your vision acuity, color vision and peripheral vision. You are required to get a 20/40 on acuity and are encouraged to wear glasses or contacts if that is what you normally wear. Massachusetts will accept an RMV Vision Screening Certificate from your ophthalmologist or optometrist. The Vision Screening Certificate can be downloaded on the RMV website at www.mass.gov/rmv.

Massachusetts will only allow you to have your photo taken at the RMV office. The RMV wants to ensure that you are the actual person in the photograph. Your face must be clearly visible. No hats, scarves, veils, glasses, sunglasses, or caps can be worn. Scarves and caps may be allowed if it is for religious purposes.

There are no colors you should avoid. Wear what ever color you like!

You may wear your hair the same way you would normally wear it; however, it should not be covering your face or your eyes. The purpose of the photo is to be able to identify who you really are. Besides, you would not want to hide that amazing face!

Wear your normal make-up; however, the less make-up the better. As long as you are not wearing so much make-up to where you are unrecognizable, you will be fine!

Some states are moving towards face recognition technology that will be able to uniquely identify each individual. A straight face on the photo helps distinguish who you really are. This is all in an effort to stop fraud.

Look straight into the camera and keep a calm and relaxed face!

After you have successfully applied for your Mass. License you will receive your permit. From this point, you should be preparing yourself for the road test. You do this by…

• Successfully completing an RMV approved driver education and training program, which includes 30 hours of classroom instruction; 12 hours of in-car, behind-the-wheel training; and 6 hours of in-car experience observing other student drivers.
• Completing at least 40 hours of supervised behind-the-wheel driving.

If you can’t find the answer to your question above, please use our Beginner Driver Q & A Section to get a professional answer from our experts! If you need any further assistance, you’re welcome to contact us directly at drivingtestsorg@gmail.com.

MA RMV recommends that you study the entire driver’s manual because the questions are random and will come from different sections of the official MA Driver’s Manual.

Take our FREE MA Permit Practice Test as many times as you want until you’re 100% ready! You may also study at home, school, library or any place where you can easily concentrate. Tools such as the official MA driver’s manual will be useful, too.

Yes, you do if you are under 18. Driver’s education improves your chances of passing. You may take driver’s education at a high school or driving school. You must complete the program, take the final exam and have the certificate electronically kept on file with the RMV.

A manual can be easily obtained from your nearest RMV branch or downloaded and printed for free at http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/. You can also check out the Massachusetts driver’s manual on our website.

Yes, you are advised to adequately prepare yourself by reading the entire manual. You never know what questions you will be asked regarding the rules of the road. Especially pay attention to….

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Yes, there is. We are currently working on finalizing it and will be launching it shortly! It’s a great way to study for your MA written test.

The questions on the test will be completely random which is why you are advised to study the entire manual. Sample questions may be something like this:

• “Which of the following are dangers a bicyclist face when on the roads?”
• “What is the fundamental Speed law in Massachusetts?”
• “Which of the following must influence how fast you drive?”

There are several websites around that offer sample test questions. Most of them will offer you a low-quality free test, but will charge you for the full test. Take our FULL 100% FREE MA Permit Practice Test – it’s a proven way to help you prepare, and the questions are amazinly similar to what you’ll get at the real DMV Test!

You are graded on how many questions you answer correctly. If you answer at least 18 out of 25 correctly then you pass.

Take our FREE MA Permit Practice Test here: MA Permit Practice Test.

Just go to your local RMV branch to take your permit test.

After you have spent efficient time preparing yourself, you should look over the information once more just as a reminder. After you do that, get plenty of rest and look forward to the next day!

Nearly half the number of people, who take their permit test, fail on the first try. This can be due to reasons such as nervousness. Another reason people fail their test on the first try is because they were not well prepared.

The best way to know if you are ready is if you have studied and taken the practice tests available for free online. If you can pass those easily, you should be ready to take the actual exam. Remember, once you are in the exam room, you will be given a few practice questions before you begin.
If you have taken the practice test available for free at http://driving-tests.org/massachusetts/massachusetts-dmv-practice-test/ and feel comfortable with your score, you are ready!

So, you think you’re ready to take the permit test. Well, if you’ve studied, you should be ready. The next step is to gather 3 identification documents: one showing proof of your signature, one showing proof of your birth and one showing proof of your residence. You will also need your social security number which will be checked with the Social Security Administration. You will need your application signed by your parent if you are under age 18. You can get the application at the RMV or it will save much time if you print it offline at http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/. And don’t forget the permit test fee of $30!

Signing up for a permit is simple. Just go to your local RMV branch to get started. Be sure to take your $30 written test fee along with your 3 proofs of identity (proof of birth, proof of signature, and proof of residence). If you are under the age of 18, your parent must sign the back of your application for you.

Massachusetts allows you to sign up for your permit starting at age 16.

There are a few things you will need to bring when you go to take your permit test.

• Three forms of ID: One showing your signature, one showing your date of birth, one showing your residence. All documents must be original. You can see if the documents you have are acceptable by using a cool interactive online feature found at www.mass.gov/rmv.
• Bring $30 bucks for the permit test
• And an application form with your parents signature on the back if you are under age 18

The permit test costs $30 bucks. You have the option of paying $50 upfront, which will cover the permit test and road test, or you may pay $30 for the permit test first and $20 for the road test later. If you fail the test you must pay this fee again.

Not necessarily. Your sponsor who must be a licensed driver over the age of 21 should bring you.

You will definitely need to be able to answer question regarding alcohol abuse, license suspensions, rules of the road and road signs. You are expected to know what to do in adverse weather conditions, accidents and emergencies.

There are only 25 questions on the exam. The questions will be chosen randomly from different sections of the Driver’s Manual.

You have 25 minutes to answer at least 18 out of 25 questions correctly.

You are only allowed to miss 7 questions so pace yourself and concentrate!

The MA permit test will test your knowledge about the rules of the road, including special driving situations. Not being able to answer questions regarding special driving conditions can be a major error. Special driving conditions include cases involving emergency vehicles, right-of-way, stopping for a police officer, skidding and running off the pavement.

No, but the cool thing is, you get to answer practice questions before the actual exam begins.

No, a drug test is not necessary when applying for a permit in Massachusetts.

Since the permit test is computerized and the questions are randomly picked, everywhere is pretty much the same. Just prepare yourself by studying the manual and taking practice tests available online. Once you go into the RMV, you will be given a chance to take a few practice questions on the kiosk before the real exam.

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If you fail the test, don’t beat yourself up about it. In Massachusetts, close to half of everyone fails their permit test on the first try. If you do fail, just prepare yourself to take it again. You will have to pay another $30 application fee.

You may take the driving test again as soon as you feel ready. It is recommended that you wait until you have better prepared yourself before you retake it again as it costs $30 each time you take it.

If you hold a permit in Massachusetts, you must have a licensed driver at least 21 or older with you.

You may drive anywhere you like, as long as you have a licensed driver age 21 or older in the vehicle with you. If you are under age 18 you are not allowed to drive between 12:00am and 5:00am unless you are with your parent or legal guardian.

Congratulations, you have won half the battle! Now, your next step is to complete a driver’s education and training program approved by the RMV. It must include 30 hours of classroom training. Twelve of those hours must be behind-the-wheel, and six of those hours must be in the car observing other student drivers. You have to also show a certified statement from your parent or guardian stating that you have had an additional 40 hours of supervised, behind-the-wheel driving.

Being able to drive safely is very important. Be sure to practice driving:

• On streets, roads and alleys
• In traffic circles
• On expressways and freeways
• In special crossings
• In intersections
• In traffic hazards

You may practice driving anywhere you like in Massachusetts. You must have a permit and you must have a licensed driver over the age of 21 in the vehicle with you at all times. You should get plenty of practice in different driving situations so that you are adequately prepared.

Without practice, there is no way you would be prepared for the pressures of the road let along a road test. Practice prepares you for the actual exam as well as keeps you and others safe, and most importantly ALIVE!

You may use a driving school found through a high school, or an RMV licensed school. The school must be accredited by the Massachusetts RMV. Visit the RMV website at http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/ in order to locate acceptable driving schools near you.

You will be asked to demonstrate common parts of the car such as brake lights, windshield wipers, signal lights, and head lights. Once you are behind the wheel, you will most likely be asked to drive through traffic circles and intersections. You will be asked to back up, turn around, pass, and parallel park.

Usually, those who say this test is difficult, were very nervous or inadequately prepared. Just relax you will do FINE!

By this point, you should have had plenty of practice. You should be able to handle yourself behind-the-wheel. A great idea would be for you to take another practice test with a responsible driver age 21 or older. Once you’ve finished, you should relax and look forward to being a licensed driver soon!

You may schedule your road test by going on http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/ or by calling 866-MASSRMV (866-627-7768).

You must go to your nearest RMV center to take the road test.

It is really easy to locate your nearest testing center. Just go online to http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/ and begin searching.

If you do not have your own vehicle but are enrolled in a driving school, you may use their vehicle to test in.

You must bring your sponsor. A sponsor is a licensed driver over the age of 21 who has held their license for more than one year.

Simple things will make a huge difference on your road test. Remembering to do things such as……

• Accelerating and braking gradually
• Turning around between curbs also known as a 3 point turn
• Entering and leaving intersections cautiously
• Coming to a complete stop
• Obeying traffic signals
• Parallel Parking correctly
• Maintain a good distance between you and the other vehicles on the road

You may also want to check out the following article: You Can Do It! How To Pass A DMV Driving Test On Your FIRST Attempt and this one: Road Test Tips: Your Ultimate Guide To Passing Your Driving Test on our sister site Find-a-driving-school.ca.

It’s always good to remember to:

• Have both hands on the wheel
• Drive in your lane ONLY and check mirrors as well as look over your shoulder before changing lanes.
• Yield to right of way
• Stay within the speed limit
• Be aware of other drivers

We also recommend that you study this guide: Road Test Tips: Your Ultimate Guide To Passing Your Driving Test.

The most common mistake is speeding. You should be cautious of your speed while driving. Other mistakes that would be grounds for automatic failure include:

• An accident with another vehicle, pedestrian, or object.
• Driving recklessly or dangerously.
• Going against the examiner instructions.

The first thing the examiner will do is properly inspect your vehicle. After that, you will be asked to demonstrate hand signals such as left and right turns and stop. From that point, you will be asked to start your engine and the actual road test will begin.

You will be asked to perform common driving maneuvers such as starting and stopping the vehicle, parallel parking, turning around in curves, making left and right turns, backing up, maneuvering the vehicle on a hill, entering and leaving intersections, recognizing and obeying traffic signs and more.

Sure you can, if this is what you normally use to see with.

No, luckily you aren’t required to take the written exam again once you have taken the road test.

Unlike many states, Massachusetts allows your sponsor to be in the vehicle with you and the examiner. Your sponsor is a licensed driver age 21 or older. Only you, your sponsor and the examiner are allowed in the car during your exam.

Each time you fail, you must pay a $20 testing fee. You will only be given 6 tries inside a 12 month period.

Some people develop a fear for driving after they have had an accident. The human brain has realized there is a danger involved and as a result your subconscious blows this phobia out of proportion. Websites such as www.fear-of-driving.org can help you further explore ways of overcoming the fear. Also taking driver’s courses may help build confidence.

You did it! Congratulations on becoming a newly licensed driver! The examiner will stamp the back of your learner’s permit which will serve as a temporary license valid for 30 days. Your permanent license will arrive in the mail to you within a few weeks.

If you are under 18 years old, you aren’t allowed to have anyone in the vehicle with you less than 18 years old for the first 6 months unless you have a driver age 21 or older in the car with you. The only exception is if they are your immediate family member. You are also not allowed to drive between the hours of 12:30 am and 5:00 am

These tips are great to follow whether you are new to MA or a seasoned driver. According to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, you should always keep winter supplies in your car in the case of emergencies. You should keep plenty of room for stops. In Massachusetts, the weather always determines the speed. So if the weather is adverse, you should slow down. During the winter months, it is good to remember that exiting ramps may get less anti-icing material so be careful. Don’t cut quickly in front of big trucks because they take longer to stop. And of course wear your seat bet at all times.

You should get car insurance that will cover both you and the other driver in the case of an accident. Massachusetts requires that you at least have liability coverage; however, full coverage is ideal.

Getting auto insurance is one of the easiest things to do. All you need with most companies is a driver’s license and vehicle to get started. Go to www.massautoquote.com for information about auto policies in Massachusetts.

Car insurance rates will be determined by your age, your vehicle type, where you live and how many people are covered on the policy. In 2005, Massachusetts was 4th for the most expensive car insurance in the nation. This is due to the high accident rates there. So you can expect to pay a pretty penny.

In order to find really cheap car insurance, you will have to do your homework. Search online for the best deals. Sometimes, insurance companies will give you discounts if you are a student, if you have taken driving courses or if you keep your car in a garage. Here are a few companies that cover the Massachusetts area:

• Commerce
• Arbella
• Encompass
• Liberty Mutual
• National Grange Mutual

You can easily find companies online or you may look in your phone book. Just look for “cheap car insurance”. A few companies you can look at are:

• Amica
• Electric
• One Beacon
• Premier
• Plymouth Rock

Car insurance is usually more expensive for all new drivers. New drivers have higher accident rates which cost insurance companies more money. By charging new license driver holders more money, insurance companies are able to deflect some of the higher costs. Keeping a safe driving record will lower the rate over time.

You may take your road test again as soon as the next day. You will have to pay your $20 road test fee again.

If you have failed your road test in Massachusetts, you will do well to find out from the examiner what you did wrong. Once you know, you should practice some more. After you’ve practiced again just go back to the RMV with your $20 road test fee and take the test again.

To renew your license, you will need your $50 renewal fee, application and social security number. You may also need to provide your old license. Take these items to your local RMV office or a Limited Service Branch.

There are 2 places you may go to renew your license. You may either visit an RMV branch or a Limited Service Branch. You may also renew your license online every other renewal period. You may not renew online if you:

• Have to change your name
• Have no SSN
• Want to register to vote

No, unless you or a physician recommends it, you aren’t required to take the eye exam again.

No, just like many states, you are not required to pass a driving test in order to get a license in the new state, as long as your license is valid. You are only required to immediately surrender your old license once you become a resident. It cost $125 to convert your license.

Massachusetts will allow you to convert your current permit for a fee of $30. If you happen to be under 18 you must also supply:

• A social Security number or “Denial Notice” with visa
• Current out of state permit
• Certified copy of current driving record no more than 30 days old
• Document proving date of birth
• Application with legal guardian’s signature on it

Once you are ready to take the road test you must supply a Driver’s Education Certificate.

If you are a resident in another state, you may drive in Massachusetts as long as you please with your out-of-state license. Just keep it valid. If you become a resident, you must immediately obtain a Massachusetts license. There is no grace period.

You are welcome to drive with your out-of-country license for up to 1 year. Your license must be valid.

The answer to most of your questions can be found in the Registry of Motor Vehicles manual. You are encouraged to read it fully before calling with any questions. You can also find nearly everything you need online at http://www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv/. If after trying these two you still have a question, call 617-351-4500 for area codes 339/617/781/857. All other area codes may contact 1-800-858-3926.

You are legally allowed to drive in MA once you hold a valid driver’s license. You may begin your quest for getting a driver’s license as early as age 16.

The legal limit for your blood and alcohol content level is .08% in Massachusetts if you are over 21. It is .02% if you are under age 21. You should not be drinking at all if you’re under the age of 21. If you are pulled over and are asked to submit to a breathalyzer test, you may refuse it. According to www.madrunkdrivingdefense.com, refusing to submit to a breathalyzer test can not be used against you in court.

Defensive driving is when you are driving for yourself and others. You are looking out for potential dangers ahead of time and avoiding them. According to the Safe Practices for Motor Vehicle Operations, defensive driving is “driving to save lives, time and money, in spite of the conditions around you and the actions of others“. Studies show that 90% of accidents are caused by driver errors.
Although these skills are often taught in a driver’s education course, here are some ways you can begin defensive driving now:

• Leave plenty of space between you and the car in front
• Check all of your mirrors often and look at conditions way ahead of you
• Keep your speed down
• Position your vehicle so you can see and be seen
• Don’t depend on other drivers to drive safely

States that don’t commonly require drivers to parallel park generally do not require driver’s to Parallel Park for the road test. The roads and streets in some places aren’t designed for common parallel parking therefore it isn’t on the road test.

Anyone who chooses not to get a driver’s license has there own personal reasons. Some people choose not get behind the wheel out of fear of the road, some choose not to because they may have a person who drives for them.

The reason the DMV gives different routes on road test is because if there is only one route people would be familiar with it and not be challenged while driving. Different routes allow for the instructor to see if you as a driver can really handle yourself on the road in different situations. Different routes have different circumstances all of which you are required to know in your day to day driving. Different routes on the road test allow for the examiner to see if you know how to drive well and can do it alone.