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Free Hawaii DMV Permit Practice Test 2025
If you’re looking to obtain your Hawaii driver’s permit, two tests must be passed: the vision screening and a written permit knowledge test. (If you’re at least 18 years old, you’re not required to obtain a permit unless your county requires it. You must still pass the vision and knowledge tests, however, in order to obtain a license.)
The 30 multiple-choice test covers traffic laws, safe driving practices, road signage, driving under the influence, driver’s license sanctions, vehicle positioning, sharing the road, and turns and intersections, as outlined in the state’s Hawaii DMV 2025 Driver’s Manual. To pass, you must score at least 80% (24 out of 30 questions) in person at the DMV. Failing the knowledge test means waiting at least seven days and paying the retest fee.
Our free online Hawaii DMV Permit Practice Test mimics real test conditions, with questions and answers based on the state manual. The test is updated for January 2025 and provides instant feedback for incorrect responses, a proven method to increase your rate of learning. We also provide additional tests to further ensure your success.
For drivers under 18, Hawaii’s Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) program includes steps to incrementally add driving privileges. At age 15½, you can apply for an instruction permit. With this, you must always drive with a licensed adult at least 21 years old seated in the front passenger seat. After holding your instruction permit for at least 180 days, turning 16, and passing a road test, you can obtain a provisional license. This license allows you to drive alone with certain restrictions, such as driving between 11 pm and 5 am unless accompanied by a licensed parent or guardian (some exceptions apply) and no more than one passenger under 18 unless a household member. After holding the provisional license for at least six months and reaching 17 years of age, you can apply for an unrestricted driver’s license.
Once prepared, go to the DMV with official consent from each living parent or guardian if under 18 (unless married or emancipated), proof of identification (passport, birth certificate), proof of legal presence, two proofs of residency (utility bill, bank statement), and your Social Security Number (Social Security card, W-2). Submit the documents, pass a vision screening, pay the fee, and pass the official written test.
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- The minimum age to obtain a driver's license in Hawaii is
- An octagonal (eight-sided) red sign is
- What does this traffic sign mean?
- If your vehicle's directional signals fail, use _________ until you can have them repaired.
- When moving slower than other traffic, you should drive in the
- You must not drive on the left half of the roadway when you are
- This exclusion sign indicates that
- This sign indicates
- You are in heavy traffic and there is an emergency vehicle right behind you, its lights flashing. What should you do?
- What does this sign indicate?
- You may not pass another vehicle except
- While driving, if you see this sign, you should
- All regulatory devices on the road tell you
- When you see a flashing yellow signal at an intersection, you should
- Flag persons are often located on highways and in work zones
- If you strike an unattended vehicle, you should
- Traffic accidents resulting in property damage of _________ or more must be reported to the police immediately.
- In this figure, the single dashed white line indicates
- Drivers under the age of ____ with a blood alcohol content level of 0.02% or more are prohibited from operating a motor vehicle.
- While driving, if you need to read a map or directions, you should
- Which of the following is NOT considered to be a defensive driving technique?
- If you do not wear a seat belt, your chances of being killed will be _________ greater if you are thrown from the vehicle.
- Always use _________ to exit a roundabout.
- The law requires you to signal for at least _________ before you start to change lanes.
- It is NOT safe to pass
- All motor vehicles operated on public highways must have an official Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspection (PMVI) at least once
- Two-way left turn channelization markings are a combination of __________ in the center of a roadway. They mark a lane in the center of the roadway to make left turns.
- Statistics show that drivers _________ have more accidents than drivers in other age groups.
- If your brakes have become less effective because of water or rain, apply _________ until proper braking action has been restored.
- If you park downhill on a road with a curb, turn your front wheels
- _________ should never be used while the vehicle is moving.
- What does this sign mean?
- When the weight on a vehicle's trailer hitch is too small,
- When you drive behind a motorcycle, allow at least a _________ following distance.
- What does this traffic sign mean?
- To control your speed on steep downgrades, you should
- _________ is a driving technique in which you identify dangerous driving situations and take action to defend against the danger before an accident can occur.
- The right lane on a freeway should remain as open as possible for
- This warning sign indicates
- Your license can be renewed within ________ before the expiration date.
FAQs
Can the permit test be taken online?
No, in Hawaii, the permit test must be taken in person at a local DMV office. Online testing for the permit is not available.
How much does it cost to obtain a driver's permit?
The cost for a driver's permit in Hawaii varies by county, but it typically ranges from $10 to $15. It's advisable to check with your local DMV for the exact fee.
When is it possible to get a learner's permit?
In Hawaii, you can obtain a learner's permit at the age of 15 and a half. However, you must meet the necessary requirements, including passing a written knowledge test.
Can I renew my permit online?
Renewal of a learner's permit in Hawaii typically requires a visit to the DMV office. Online renewal options are not generally available for learner's permits.
Can I get my driver's license at 18 without a prior permit?
In Hawaii, if you are 18 or older, you can apply for a driver's license without first holding a learner's permit. You still need to pass all required tests, including the written and road tests.
Are there any restrictions when driving with a learner's permit?
With a learner's permit in Hawaii, you must be accompanied by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old and seated in the front passenger seat. Driving is allowed only during specific hours unless accompanied by a licensed parent or guardian.
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