Virginia Driver's Handbook, Section 1: Testing
The two-part knowledge exam, the road skills test and vision standards.
Summary written by MyPermitExam from the official handbook, April 2026. Not a copy of the handbook. Checked Oct 2026. Not affiliated with the DMV. Virginia Driver's Manual (DMV 39)
Key rules
- Part one: all ten sign questions right. Part two: at least 80% on general knowledge. p. 3
- Under 18, wait 15 days after failing; three failures require driver education classroom before a fourth try. p. 3
- Adults hold the permit 60 days (or take driver education) before the road test; after failing, wait two days. p. 4