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Who has to take the written test?

Anyone who is getting their driver's license for the first time must pass the written test in order to receive an instruction permit. Teens can take the test if they are at least 14 years of age and have the written consent of a parent or guardian. Once you earn an instruction permit, if you are under 18 you must follow the state graduated driver's license program and earn an intermediate license before you can get a full license.

Do I have to Take the written test to Renewing my Drivers License?

You do not have to retake the written test when you renew your license unless it has been expired for more than 1 year.

If you're new to state are you required to take the written test?

If you hold a valid driver's license from another state, or a license that has not been expired for more than 1 year, then you are not required to take either part (written or on-road) of the driver's examination unless you are less than 18 years of age.

Who has to take the on-road driving test?

Anyone who is getting their driver's license for the first time must pass both the written and driving tests. Additionally, you will also be required to re-pass both tests if your driver's license has been expired for over 1 year and you want to renew it.

How many questions are on the written test?

There are 35 questions on the test.

How many questions must you get right?

Each copy of the test will state the number of questions you must answer correctly in order to receive a passing score.

If you fail when can you retake the test?

You can retake the test again in 1 day.

How many times can you retake the test?

There is no limit on the number of times you can retake the written test.

What are the Motorcycle Permit age limits?

You must be at least 16 years old and have held a driving permit for at least 6 months before you can take the test. If you are under 18 years of age you must also have parental consent.

How many questions are on the test?

There are 20 questions on the test.

How many must you get correct to pass?

You must answer at least 15 questions correctly in order to pass.

Iowa DOT Motorcyle Permit Resctictions

You cannot drive on highways, drive during hours of darkness, or carry any passengers.

Do you need to take an on-road motorcycle riding test?

Yes, you are required to pass a practical on-road motorcycle skill test in order to get your motorcycle license.

Are there any other state specific age requirements or restrictions for motorcycles?

Anyone under the age of 18 is required to complete the Motorcycle Rider Education (MRE) Program administered by the IDOT Department of Driver's Services.

What is Iowa Helmet Law?

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Iowa currently does not have a helmet law, which means that riders are not legally required to wear any kind of helmet while operating a motorcycle.

Boaters of a certain age in Iowa are required to have a watercraft safety certificate and must complete a boating education course approved by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources in order to receive one. Additionally, boaters also have the options of taking the DNR Home-Study Boating Education Course or taking an online safety course offered by Boat-Ed.com, BoatUS.org, or BoaterExam.com. Materials for the home-study course can be requested on the Iowa DNR website.

Who has to take the test?

All boaters who are between the ages of 12 and 17 must have a watercraft safety certificate in order to operate a boat or other watercraft on Iowa waterways. The minimum age to operate a motorized boat or other watercraft is 12.

How many questions are on the test?

The online safety courses generally have 60 questions on the test.

How many must you get correct to pass?

You must answer at least 70% (42 questions) on the online test correctly in order to pass.

You must pass a written test, consisting of 35 multiple-choice questions, to receive either your learner’s permit or driver’s license in the state of Iowa. If you are attempting to get your learner’s permit, you will need to be at least 14 years of age, pass the written test, provide appropriate identification and proof of state residency, and provide proof of parental permission. At the age of 16, you may then move up to a provisional license. If you are attempting to get a regular driver’s license, non-provisional, you will need to be over the age of 18, pass written and vision tests, pass a driving skills test, and provide proof of identity and state residency. The questions on the written test are based on Iowa’s driving rules and laws as laid out in the 2021 Iowa DOT Driver’s Manual. The fee for a learner’s permit is $6 and it is valid for four years. The fee for a driver’s license varies based on the age of the driver. A minor’s restricted license is $8, while a regular license is $4 per year. This Iowa DOT practice test covers the same information as the real written test, and requires the same 80% passing score.

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