Alabama Permit Practice Test (2026)
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Alabama issues learner licenses through the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Driver License Division. To get a learner license, you must be at least 15, pass a vision screening, and pass a knowledge test on Alabama traffic laws and safe driving. The Alabama Driver License Manual is free on the ALEA website and covers everything on the test.
Sourced from the official Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) Driver License Division Alabama driver manual.
Alabama permit test at a glance
Sources: Alabama Driver License Manual (PDF, current ALEA edition) ALEA Driver License Manuals page Graduated Driver License - Alabama Law Enforcement Agency Document Requirements and Fees - Alabama Law Enforcement Agency
How to pass the Alabama permit test
Read the Alabama Driver License Manual from start to finish. The permit test has 30 multiple-choice questions covering road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving. You must answer at least 24 correctly. That is 80%. Over half of first-time test takers fail in Alabama, so take practice tests until you score above 90% several times in a row.
Retake policy
If you fail the Alabama knowledge test, you can usually retake it after waiting one business day. The reexamination fee applies to each attempt. Each Driver License Examining Office may have its own wait policy, so check with your local ALEA office.
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Alabama DMV FAQ
How old do I need to be to get an Alabama learner license?
You must be at least 15 years old to apply for an Alabama Stage I learner license. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign your application.
How many questions are on the Alabama permit test?
The Alabama permit test has 30 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 24 correctly to pass. That is 80%.
How much does the Alabama learner license cost?
The knowledge test fee is $5, paid in cash. The learner license issuance fee is $36.25, which is the same as the regular Class D driver license fee.